Compounding And Plea Bargaining

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Compounding of offences in India allows the victim and accused to settle matters outside court, governed by Section 320 of the CrPC. It includes offences that can be compounded with or without court permission. Plea bargaining, introduced through Chapter XXI-A of the CrPC, lets the accused plead guilty for a lesser sentence or charge. Its applicable for offences punishable up to 7 years, excluding socio-economic offences or those against women or children under 14. The process involves the accused filing an application, court examination, and negotiation with prosecution and victim, leading to reduced sentences or dropped charges.

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Compounding of Offences:
- Definition: It's a process where the victim and the accused settle the matter outside court.
- Legal Provision: Governed by Section * of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
- Types:
- Without court permission
- With court permission

Plea Bargaining:
- Definition: The accused pleads guilty in exchange for a lesser sentence or dropping some charges.
- Legal Provision: Introduced in India through Chapter XXI-A of the CrPC.
- Conditions:
- Available for offences punishable up to 7 years.
- Not for offences affecting the socio-economic condition of the country or a woman or child below 14 years.
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Compounding of Offences
- Definition: A process where the victim and the accused mutually agree to settle the matter outside the court.
- Legal Provision: Governed by Section * of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
- Types:
- Without Court Permission:
- Certain minor offences can be compounded by the victim without needing the court's permission.
- Example: Simple hurt, defamation, etc.
- With Court Permission:
- For more serious offences, the compounding requires the approval of the court.
- Example: Causing grievous hurt, theft, etc.
- Effect: Once compounded, the accused is acquitted, and the case is closed.

Plea Bargaining
- Definition: A legal process where the accused pleads guilty to a lesser offence or for a lighter sentence in exchange for certain concessions.
- Legal Provision: Introduced in India through Chapter XXI-A of the CrPC.
- Conditions:
- Eligibility:
- Available for offences punishable with imprisonment up to 7 years.
- Not applicable for socio-economic offences, or offences against women or children below 14 years.
- Procedure:
- The accused must voluntarily file an application for plea bargaining.
- The court examines the application and negotiates with the prosecution and the victim.
- If an agreement is reached, the court passes an order based on the terms of the plea bargain.
- Outcome: Results in a reduced sentence or dropping of specific charges, leading to quicker resolution of cases and reduced burden on courts.
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