BNS Section 71 – Punishment for repeat offenders
Chapter 5: Offences Against Women and Children ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 71
🔒 Non-Bailable
🔍 Cognizable
⚖ Court of Session
Whoever has been previously convicted of an offence punishable under sections 64 65 66 or 67 and is subsequently convicted of an offence punishable under any of the said sections shall be punished with imprisonment for life natural life or with death.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Life natural life or death. Cognizable. Non-bailable. Triable by Court of Session.