1️. Bail Application
Used to seek release of the accused from custody.
Relevant law:
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 480 – Regular Bail
- Section 482 – Anticipatory Bail
- Section 483 – Interim Bail
2️. Default Bail Application
Filed when the police fail to file the charge sheet within the prescribed time.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 187
3️. Discharge Application
Filed before the trial begins when the accused claims that no prima facie case exists.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Sections 250 / 251
4️. Application for Framing of Additional Charges
Filed when prosecution wants additional charges.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 244
5️. Application for Summoning Additional Accused
Filed when evidence shows involvement of another person.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 358
6️. Application for Recall / Re-examination of Witness
Filed to recall a witness for further examination.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 348
7️. Application for Exemption from Personal Appearance
Filed when accused cannot attend court personally.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 228
8️. Application for Cancellation of NBW
Filed when a Non-Bailable Warrant has been issued.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 70 / 73
9️. Application for Compounding of Offence
Filed when parties compromise in compoundable offences.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Section 359
10. Application for Plea Bargaining
Used when the accused accepts guilt and seeks lesser punishment.
Relevant provision:
- **Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Sections 290/ 265A–265L (earlier CrPC provisions)
Important Applications in Civil Courts
1️. Temporary Injunction Application
Filed to stop someone from doing a particular act.
Relevant provision:
- **Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Order 39 Rule 1 & 2
2️. Application for Amendment of Pleadings
Filed to modify pleadings.
Relevant provision:
- **Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Order 6 Rule 17
3️. Application for Restoration of Suit
Filed when suit is dismissed for default.
Relevant provision:
- **Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Order 9 Rule 9
4️. Application for Setting Aside Ex-Parte Decree
Filed when decree passed without appearance.
Relevant provision:
- **Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Order 9 Rule 13
5️. Execution Application
Filed to enforce decree or order.
Relevant provision:
- **Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Order 21
Applications Used in Daily Criminal Practice
Advocates frequently file:
- Bail Application
- Exemption Application
- NBW Cancellation Application
- Discharge Application
- 311 CrPC Witness Recall Application
- 319 CrPC Additional Accused Application
- Compromise Application
- Default Bail Application
✅ Conclusion
Advocates commonly use bail, discharge, witness recall, exemption, injunction, and execution applications in daily litigation. Knowledge of the relevant procedural sections under BNSS, CPC, and other laws is essential for effective court practice.
These are the applications most frequently used in criminal practice.
Most Important Criminal Court Applications (CrPC & BNSS Sections)
| No. | Court Application | CrPC Section | BNSS Section |
| 1 | Application for Regular Bail | Sec 437 / 439 | Sec 480 / 483 |
| 2 | Application for Anticipatory Bail | Sec 438 | Sec 482 |
| 3 | Application for Default Bail | Sec 167(2) | Sec 187(3) |
| 4 | Application for Cancellation of Bail | Sec 437(5), 439(2) | Sec 480(5), 483(2) |
| 5 | Application for Discharge | Sec 227 / 239 | Sec 250 / 263 |
| 6 | Application for Framing of Charge Objection | Sec 228 / 240 | Sec 251 / 264 |
| 7 | Application for Compounding of Offence | Sec 320 | Sec 359 |
| 8 | Application for Plea Bargaining | Sec 265A–265L | Sec 290–300 |
| 9 | Application for Recall of Witness | Sec 311 | Sec 348 |
| 10 | Application for Summoning Additional Accused | Sec 319 | Sec 358 |
| 11 | Application for Exemption from Personal Appearance | Sec 205 / 317 | Sec 227 / 382 |
| 12 | Application for Supply of Documents | Sec 207 | Sec 230 |
| 13 | Application for Further Investigation | Sec 173(8) | Sec 193(9) |
| 14 | Application for Quashing of FIR | Sec 482 | Sec 528 |
| 15 | Application for Maintenance | Sec 125 | Sec 144 |
| 16 | Application for Alteration of Charge | Sec 216 | Sec 243 |
| 17 | Application for Issuance of Process / Summons | Sec 204 | Sec 227 |
| 18 | Application for Attachment of Property | Sec 83 | Sec 86 |
| 19 | Application for Proclamation of Absconding Accused | Sec 82 | Sec 84 |
| 20 | Application for Compensation to Victim | Sec 357 | Sec 396 |
Most Frequently Used Applications by Advocates (Daily Practice)
1️. Bail Applications
- Regular Bail
- Anticipatory Bail
- Default Bail
These are the most common applications in criminal courts.
2️. Trial Stage Applications
- Discharge application
- Recall witness application
- Summon additional accused application
- Alteration of charge application
3️. Magistrate Court Applications
- Exemption from personal appearance
- Supply of documents
- Maintenance application
4️. High Court Applications
- Quashing of FIR
- Bail under special circumstances
Important Litigation Tip for Advocates
After July 2024, courts increasingly refer to BNSS sections, but many lawyers still mention both sections together in applications.
Example:
“Application under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (corresponding to Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973).”
This avoids confusion during the transition from CrPC to BNSS.
✅ Conclusion
For advocates practicing criminal law, the most important applications revolve around bail, trial procedure, witness examination, investigation issues, and maintenance proceedings, and it is now advisable to mention both CrPC and BNSS sections in pleadings.
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