IPC 301 vs BNS 301
● Retained in BNSPunishment for murder by life-convict
Section 301 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, deals with murder committed by a person already serving a life sentence. This provision ensures that individuals who have already been convicted of serious crimes, such as murder, are held strictly accountable if they commit murder again.
Key points:
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Applies to any life-convict who intentionally causes the death of another person while serving their sentence.
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Acts committed inside or outside the prison may be covered if intent and opportunity exist.
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Punishment: Death penalty or rigorous imprisonment for life, with additional penalties as decided by the court.
Example: A life-convict in prison attacking and killing a fellow inmate falls under IPC 301. The law emphasizes enhanced accountability for repeat offenders to protect public and prison safety.
Punishment for murder by life-convict
Section 301 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, mirrors IPC 301. It punishes any life-convict who commits murder while serving a life sentence, reinforcing strict measures for repeat offenders.
Key points:
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Covers intentional killing by life-convicts, ensuring no immunity despite ongoing sentences.
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Acts may occur in prison, during parole, or in any circumstances if intent to murder is proven.
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Punishment: Death penalty or life imprisonment, maintaining alignment with IPC provisions.
Example: A prisoner previously convicted for homicide killing another inmate intentionally would be liable under BNS 301. This ensures safety within correctional facilities and strict deterrence for habitual offenders.
What changed?
This provision was carried over to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita with substantially the same wording — the section was renumbered from IPC IPC 301 to BNS BNS 301.