Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, the statements or facts stated by an accused in an application for plea bargaining filed under section 290 shall not be used for any other purpose except for the purpose of this Chapter.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Section 299
Statements of accused not to be used
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 299 BNSS
- Provision: Section 299 of BNSS
- Act: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Classification: PLEA BARGAINING
- Jurisdiction: India
- Summary: This section says that statements made by an accused person in a plea bargaining application cannot be used for any other purpose except for the purpose of this Chapter.
Statutory Content
What does Section 299 of BNSS say?
Indian StandardSection 299, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Bluebook (21st ed.)Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, § 299 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 299 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
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Section Meaning & Purpose
What does Section 299 of BNSS mean?
Plain English Explanation
This section says that statements made by an accused person in a plea bargaining application cannot be used for any other purpose except for the purpose of this Chapter.
Practical Interpretation
In practical terms, this means that statements made by an accused person in a plea bargaining application are confidential and cannot be used as evidence in any other case or proceeding.
Core Legal Purpose
The core purpose of this section is to protect the confidentiality of statements made by accused persons in plea bargaining applications and to prevent them from being used as evidence in other cases.
Key Legal Elements
- •The accused person has filed an application for plea bargaining under Section 290.
- •The statements or facts stated by the accused person in the application are not to be used for any other purpose.
- •The exception to this rule is that the statements can be used for the purpose of this Chapter.
- •The statements cannot be used as evidence in any other case or proceeding.
Practical Example
Practical Example of Section 299 BNSS
Rajesh, an accused person, files an application for plea bargaining under Section 290. In the application, he makes certain statements about his involvement in the crime. Under Section 299, these statements cannot be used as evidence in any other case or proceeding. However, they can be used for the purpose of this Chapter, which means they can be considered by the court in determining whether to accept Rajesh's plea bargaining offer.
Common Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions about Section 299 BNSS
Q: What is the punishment or consequence under Section 299 of BNSS?
This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment.
Q: Does this section apply to private individuals or public entities?
This section applies to accused persons who have filed an application for plea bargaining under Section 290, regardless of whether they are private individuals or public entities.
Q: Is an offence under this section bailable or cognizable?
This section is a procedural provision and does not create an offence. Therefore, it is neither bailable nor cognizable.
People Also Ask (PAA)
Common Questions about Section 299 BNSS
What is Section 299 of BNSS?
Section 299 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) defines and regulates "Statements of accused not to be used". In plain terms: This section says that statements made by an accused person in a plea bargaining application cannot be used for any other purpose except for the purpose of this Chapter.
What is the punishment under Section 299 of BNSS?
Section 299 of BNSS does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.
Is Section 299 of BNSS bailable or non-bailable?
Whether Section 299 of BNSS is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.
What are the elements of Section 299 of BNSS?
The essential elements of Section 299 of BNSS are: The accused person has filed an application for plea bargaining under Section 290.; The statements or facts stated by the accused person in the application are not to be used for any other purpose.; The exception to this rule is that the statements can be used for the purpose of this Chapter..
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