BNS Section 71

BNS Section 71: Punishment for repeat offenders

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A

Procedural Classification Summary

Repeat offenders

Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Court of Session
Punishment: Imprisonment for lifewhich shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person's natural life or with death

Official Legal Provision / Summary

No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.