Sessions Trial (With Cross References to New Criminal Laws) by Nayan Joshi provides a structured and practice-oriented exposition of criminal trial procedures as conducted before Sessions Courts and Magistrates. The book covers the complete lifecycle of a criminal case, from initiation of proceedings and cognizance to trial formats, evidence, appeals, and transfer of cases, with references aligned to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), BNSS, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.

Key Features:

• Clear distinction between Sessions Trials, Warrant Trials, and Summons Trials with stage-wise procedural flow
• Step-by-step explanation of cognizance, complaints, and commencement of proceedings before Magistrates
• Chapters on general and special provisions, including accused persons of unsound mind
• Dedicated coverage of evidence rules applicable to inquiries and trials
• Guidance on submission of death sentences for confirmation
• Practical treatment of appeals, revisions, references, and transfer of criminal cases
• Cross-referenced with relevant provisions under the new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) for updated applicability

This book is ideal for trial lawyers, public prosecutors, judicial service aspirants, law students, and anyone seeking clarity on the procedural framework governing criminal trials in India under the updated legal regime.

General Introduction
Trial before a Court of Session
Trial of Warrant-Cases by Magistrates
Trial of Summons-Cases by Magistrates
Evidence in Inquiries and Trials
General Provisions as to Inquiries and Trials
Provisions as to accused persons of Unsound Mind
Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials
Cognizance of Offences by Magistrates - Conditions Requisite for Initiation of Proceedings
Complaints to Magistrates
Commencement of Proceedings before Magistrates
Submission of Death Sentences for Confirmation
Appeals, Reference and Revisions
Transfer of Criminal Cases