At a glance
BNSS section 490 permits the court or officer, within its scope, to allow a deposit in lieu of executing a bond. It is permission to be considered, not a unilateral substitution.
General legal-awareness information for Jammu & Kashmir. Applicability, forum and any time limit depend on the governing law and the complete facts. Prepared 2026-10-24. Check BNSS/CrPC savings, the offence date and any special statute.
Law and context
The provision has an exception concerning a bond for good behaviour and leaves the permitted amount to the competent authority. The bail order, type of bond and applicable directions need to be examined.
Practical next step
Bring the actual order and explain the genuine difficulty with the existing requirement. Obtain advice on the appropriate request and pay only through the authorised process if permission is granted.
Important qualifications
This guide does not say cash is always accepted or direct payment to an intermediary. Keep the official receipt and order.
Document checklist
- Operative order
- Bond requirement
- Genuine difficulty note
- Official permission and receipt
Sources
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