CrPC → BNSS
CrPC 320 in BNSS: Section 359
Compounding of offences
CrPC
320
BNSS
359
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 320 dealt with "Compounding of offences". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 359 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. This is the official correspondence — always confirm against the bare Act for the exact current text.
This page gives the official section-number correspondence only. Check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on the exact text or procedural implications.
Official source
Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official CrPC/BNSS Section Table. Verified on 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.
Frequently asked
- What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 320?
- CrPC Section 320 (Compounding of offences) corresponds to Section 359 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, per the official comparative table.
- When did this change come into force?
- The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.
Nearby sections
- CrPC 316 → BNSS 354 · No influence to be used to induce disclosure
- CrPC 317 → BNSS 355 · Provision for inquiries and trial being held in absence of accused in certain cases
- CrPC 318 → BNSS 357 · Procedure where accused does not understand proceedings
- CrPC 319 → BNSS 358 · Power to proceed against other persons appearing to be guilty of offence
- CrPC 321 → BNSS 360 · Withdrawal from prosecution
- CrPC 322 → BNSS 361 · Procedure in cases which Magistrate cannot dispose of
- CrPC 323 → BNSS 362 · Procedure when after commencement of inquiry or trial, Magistrate finds case should be committed
- CrPC 324 → BNSS 363 · Trial of persons previously convicted of offences against coinage, stamp-law or property