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SECTION 376E IPC - Indian Penal Code - Punishment for repeat offenders [1]
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 71 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 376E in Simple Words
According to section 376E of the Indian Penal Code, a person previously convicted of certain sexual offenses (section 376, 376A, or 376D) and later convicted of another offense under these sections can be punished with either life imprisonment (imprisonment for the rest of their life) or death penalty.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repeat offenders | Imprisonment for Natural-Life or Death | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Repeat offenders
Punishment : Imprisonment for Natural-Life or Death
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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Section 376E, Indian Penal Code states that a person who has been convicted previously of certain sexual crimes (sections 376, 376A or 376D), and is subsequently convicted of a new offense under the same sections, can be sentenced to either life imprisonment or the death penalty. 1 Dec 2023
