BNS Section 71 : Punishment for Repeat Offenders

Definition of BNS Section 71

Section 71 of the BNS 2023 States: Whoever has been previously convicted of an offence punishable under section 64 or section 65 or section 66 or section 70 and is subsequently convicted of an offence punishable under any of the said sections shall be punished with imprisonment for life which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, or with death.

Explanation.—For the purposes of this sub-section, ‘recognised welfare institution or organisation’ means a social welfare institution or organisation recognised in this behalf by the Central Government or the State Government.

Explanation and Illustration of BNS Section 71

The provision you are referring to appears to impose severe penalties on repeat offenders of certain specified crimes. Let's break it down step-by-step for clarity:

• Applicable Sections:
  This provision applies to individuals previously convicted under any of these sections:
• Section 64
• Section 65
• Section 66
• Section 70
• These sections likely deal with grave offences, often involving acts such as murder, terrorism, or other heinous crimes
• Repeat Offense:
  If a person who has already been convicted under any of these sections commits another offence falling under one of these same sections, this provision applies.
• Punishment for Repeat Offenders:
  
• Imprisonment for Life:
  This is not the typical 'life imprisonment,' which usually lasts for 14-20 years. Here, 'imprisonment for life' is explicitly defined as imprisonment for the remainder of the person’s natural life.
• Death Penalty:In extreme cases, the individual may face the death penalty.

Purpose:
This provision serves as a deterrent for repeat offenders and addresses the risk they pose to society. By imposing harsher penalties for subsequent convictions, the law aims to ensure stricter accountability and prevent further harm.

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