Statements of accused not to be used
Full Text
Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, the statements or facts stated by an accused in an application for plea bargaining filed under section 290 shall not be used for any other purpose except for the purpose of this Chapter.
Plain English Summary
Protects the accused by ensuring that statements made during plea bargaining cannot be used as evidence against them for any other purpose.
Key Legal Elements
- Statements or facts provided by an accused in a plea bargaining application are PRIVILEGED
- These statements cannot be used for any other purpose outside of the Plea Bargaining chapter
- Protects the accused from self-incrimination if the plea bargaining fails
Practical Note
This is a critical legal shield. It ensures that an accused can speak freely and admit facts during plea bargaining negotiations without the fear that those admissions will be used against them in a regular trial if the plea bargaining fails. It encourages honest settlement attempts.
हिंदी पाठ
फिलहाल लागू किसी भी कानून में किसी भी बात के बावजूद, धारा 290 के तहत दायर प्ली बारगेनिंग के आवेदन में अभियुक्त द्वारा दिए गए बयानों या बताए गए तथ्यों का उपयोग इस अध्याय के उद्देश्य को छोड़कर किसी अन्य उद्देश्य के लिए नहीं किया जाएगा।