Training on Plea bargaining and compounding of Offences at Delhi Judicial Academy, Dwarka 26.09.2025

On 26.09.2025, the Delhi Judicial Academy, Dwarka, organized a comprehensive training programme on two significant aspects of criminal law—Plea Bargaining and Compounding of Offences. The said session was taken by Sh. Mridul Gupta, Ld. Additional Secretary, DSLSA, who explained the nuances of both concepts in detail. The first session focused on Plea Bargaining, where participants were informed about the eligibility criteria, application process, and the guidelines prescribed for arriving at a mutually satisfactory settlement. The session also addressed the disposal of cases upon such settlement, the finality of judgments delivered through this process, the impact on sentencing, and the timelines introduced by the BNSS to ensure expeditious proceedings. It emphasized the role of plea bargaining in reducing delays and enhancing access to justice.

The second session highlighted the concept of Compounding of Offences and covered the categories of compoundable offences, the competence of parties to compound, and the procedure for recording a valid compromise. The discussion further explained the effect of compounding in matters involving both compoundable and non-compoundable offences and its consequences on sentencing. The training programme thus provided participants with practical insights and reinforced the importance of these mechanisms in ensuring fairness, efficiency, and timely delivery of justice.

Training on Plea bargaining and compounding of Offences at Delhi Judicial Academy, Dwarka 26.09.2025

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