Criminal Law Published & Fact-Checked 27 Aug 2026

Can a criminal case be settled through plea bargaining in India?

Verified Legal Answer • Reviewed by Hire Your Vakeel Legal Panel (Updated for 2026 / BNS & BNSS)

Yes. Under Chapter XXIII of BNSS, plea bargaining is permissible for offences not affecting the socio-economic condition of the country, not committed against women or children, and punishable with less than 7 years.

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