{"id":10076,"date":"2024-09-21T06:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T00:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/?post_type=bns_section&#038;p=10076"},"modified":"2025-10-05T11:53:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T06:23:52","slug":"142-bns","status":"publish","type":"bns_section","link":"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/mr\/bns_section\/142-bns\/","title":{"rendered":"142 BNS : Wrongfully concealing or keeping in confinement, kidnapped or abducted person."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Introduction_of_Section__BNS\">Introduction of 142 BNS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>142 BNS of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita is a <strong>critical safeguard in kidnapping and abduction cases<\/strong>. It ensures that not only the kidnapper or abductor but also <strong>anyone who knowingly conceals or confines the victim<\/strong> is equally liable for the crime. By prescribing the <strong>same punishment for concealment as for the actual kidnapping<\/strong>, the law discourages individuals from helping offenders hide their victims. This provision strengthens victim protection and ensures that abduction crimes are not prolonged or facilitated by third parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 142 replaces the old Indian Penal Code (IPC)&nbsp;Section 368.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-4f2413\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Introduction_of_Section__BNS\">Introduction of 142 BNS<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_is_section__of_BNS_?\">What is section 142 of BNS ?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Under_Section_142_of_the_bns_act_2023\">Under Section 142 of the bns act 2023<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Why_Section_142_is_Important\"> Why Section 142 is Important<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Section__BNS_Overview\">Section 142 BNS Overview<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#BNS_Section__Overview__Key_Points\">BNS Section 142 Overview :10 Key Points<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Examples_of_BNS_Section_\">Examples of BNS Section 142<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#BNS__Punishment\">BNS 142 Punishment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#BNS__bailable_or_not_?\">BNS 142 bailable or not ?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bharatiya_Nyaya_Sanhita_Section_\">Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 142<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Comparison_Table_\u2013_BNS_Section_142_vs_IPC_Old_Law\">Comparison Table \u2013 BNS Section 142 vs IPC Section 368<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Need Legal Support?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What_is_section__of_BNS_?\">What is section 142 of BNS ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BNS Section 142 deals with the offense of wrongfully concealing or keeping in confinement a person who has been kidnapped or abducted. If someone knows that a person has been kidnapped or abducted and intentionally hides or detains them, they can be punished as if they committed the kidnapping or abduction themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-1024x605.avif\" alt=\" BNS Section 142 on hiding kidnapped or abducted individuals\" class=\"wp-image-10227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-1024x605.avif 1024w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-300x177.avif 300w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-768x454.avif 768w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-1536x908.avif 1536w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Copy-of-Signals-and-systems-8_11zon-5-jpg.avif 1782w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">142 BNS: Covers the crime of concealing kidnapped persons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Under_Section_142_of_the_bns_act_2023\">Under Section 142 of the bns act 2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Whoever wrongfully conceals or confines a person knowing that such person has been kidnapped or abducted shall be punished in the same manner as if he had committed the kidnapping or abduction.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <strong>Explanation in Simple Language<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This section makes it clear that <strong>hiding or confining a kidnapped or abducted person is treated as seriously as committing the kidnapping itself<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Even if you are not the actual kidnapper, but you <strong>know the person has been kidnapped\/abducted<\/strong> and you <strong>intentionally conceal or detain them<\/strong>, you are guilty under this section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>punishment is exactly the same<\/strong> as for the person who actually committed the kidnapping or abduction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This ensures that <strong>helpers, protectors, or accomplices of kidnappers do not escape punishment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Elements of Section 142 BNS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crime of Concealment<\/strong> \u2192 Hiding or confining a kidnapped\/abducted person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Knowledge Factor<\/strong> \u2192 The person must <em>know<\/em> the victim has been kidnapped\/abducted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equal Punishment<\/strong> \u2192 Concealer is punished the same way as the kidnapper\/abductor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognizable Offense<\/strong> \u2192 Police can arrest without a warrant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-Bailable<\/strong> \u2192 Bail is not easily granted due to seriousness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-Compoundable<\/strong> \u2192 Cannot be settled out of court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trial Court<\/strong> \u2192 The case is tried by the same court that tries the kidnapping\/abduction case.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> <strong>Examples to Understand Section 142<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 1 \u2013 Concealment at Home:<\/strong><br>A knows B has been kidnapped by C. Instead of reporting it, A hides B in his house.<br>A will be punished as if he kidnapped B himself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 2 \u2013 Helping the Abductor:<\/strong><br>X abducts Y. Z, knowing this, locks Y in a shed to help X keep Y hidden.<br>Z will face the <strong>same punishment as X<\/strong> under Section 142.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Why_Section_142_is_Important\"> <strong>Why Section 142 is Important<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It ensures <strong>accomplices of kidnappers face equal punishment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevents offenders from escaping liability by transferring victims to others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthens <strong>victim protection<\/strong> and discourages concealment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sends a strong message that <strong>any role in abduction\u2014direct or indirect\u2014is criminal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Section__BNS_Overview\">Section 142 BNS Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BNS Section 142 defines the offense as knowingly concealing or confining someone who has been kidnapped or abducted. The person guilty of this crime is punished just as if they had committed the kidnapping or abduction themselves. This section ensures that anyone who assists in keeping a victim hidden faces the same legal consequences as the person who kidnapped or abducted them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"BNS_Section__Overview__Key_Points\">BNS Section 142 Overview :10 Key Points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crime of Concealing<\/strong>: This section criminalizes the act of hiding or confining a kidnapped or abducted person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equal Punishment<\/strong>: The person guilty of concealing or confining is punished as if they had committed the original kidnapping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Intent or Knowledge<\/strong>: The law applies when the person knows that the victim has been kidnapped or abducted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purpose of the Law<\/strong>: To prevent anyone from assisting kidnappers by concealing their victims.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Severe Penalties<\/strong>: Penalties include imprisonment and fines, similar to those for kidnapping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognizable Offense<\/strong>: The police can arrest the offender without a warrant because it is a cognizable offense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-Bailable<\/strong>: The offense is non-bailable, meaning the accused cannot easily get bail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-Compoundable<\/strong>: The offense cannot be settled out of court through a compromise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Court of Trial<\/strong>: The case is tried by the same court that handles the kidnapping or abduction case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protection of Kidnapping Victims<\/strong>: This section strengthens the legal framework to protect kidnapping victims from further harm..<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Examples_of_BNS_Section_\">Examples of BNS Section 142<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Example 1<\/strong>: A knows that B has been kidnapped by C. Instead of informing the authorities, A hides B in a room to prevent B from being found. A is guilty under Section 142 for concealing B.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example 2<\/strong>: X is abducted by Y. Z, knowing about the abduction, keeps X in his house and does not tell anyone. Z will be punished under this section as if he had committed the abduction himself.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"BNS__Punishment\">BNS 142 Punishment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Imprisonment<\/strong>: The person guilty of concealing or confining a kidnapped or abducted person can face the same imprisonment as the kidnapper, which could be for many years .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fine<\/strong>: A fine is also imposed on the guilty person, in addition to imprisonment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"BNS__bailable_or_not_?\">BNS 142 bailable or not ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Non-Bailable<\/strong>: The offense is non-bailable, meaning the accused cannot typically be released on bail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Comparison_Table_\u2013_BNS_Section_142_vs_IPC_Old_Law\">Comparison Table \u2013 BNS Section 142 vs IPC Section 368<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!-- Responsive wrapper for mobile-friendly table -->\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; margin:1em 0;\">\n  <table role=\"table\" style=\"width:100%; min-width:650px; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:15px;\">\n    <caption style=\"text-align:left; font-weight:700; padding:8px 0;\">\n      Comparison: BNS Section 142 vs IPC Section 368\n    <\/caption>\n    <thead>\n      <tr style=\"background:#f6f6f6;\">\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Section<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">What it Means<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Punishment<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Bail<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Cognizable?<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Trial By<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">BNS Section 142<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">\n          Wrongfully concealing or keeping in confinement a person whom the offender knows to have been kidnapped or abducted. The concealer is treated as if they committed the kidnapping\/abduction.\n        <\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">\n          Punished in the same manner as the original kidnapping\/abduction (i.e., same term of imprisonment and fine as applicable to that offence).\n        <\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Non-bailable (serious nature; bail at court&#8217;s discretion)<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Cognizable (police may arrest without warrant)<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Tried by the same court as the original kidnapping\/abduction (Magistrate of First Class or Court of Session depending on severity)<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr style=\"background:#fafafa;\">\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">IPC Section 368 (Old)<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">\n          Concealing or keeping in confinement a kidnapped person, knowing them to have been kidnapped; treated as an offence aiding the principal kidnapping\/abduction.\n        <\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">\n          Punished in the same way as the kidnapping\/abduction itself under the IPC framework (imprisonment and fine as per the principal offence).\n        <\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Non-bailable<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Cognizable<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Tried by the same court as the kidnapping\/abduction (depends on offence severity)<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">BNS Section 142 FAQs<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"false\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\">\n<div id=\"What_does_BNS_Section_142_cover?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \">What does BNS Section 142 cover?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>It deals with wrongfully concealing or confining a kidnapped or abducted person, treating it as serious as the original crime.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"What_is_the_punishment_for_violating_BNS_Section_142?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What is the punishment for violating BNS Section 142?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>The punishment is the same as for the original kidnapping or abduction, which can include imprisonment and a fine.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Is_BNS_Section_142_bailable?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Is BNS Section 142 bailable?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down open\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>No, it is a non-bailable offense.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"What_is_the_purpose_of_BNS_Section_142?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What is the purpose of BNS Section 142?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>To ensure that those who help in concealing or detaining kidnapped individuals face similar consequences as the kidnappers or abductors.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Where_are_cases_under_BNS_Section_142_tried?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Where are cases under BNS Section 142 tried?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>They are tried in the same court that handles the original kidnapping or abduction case.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Can_the_offense_under_BNS_Section_142_be_settled_out_of_court?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Can the offense under BNS Section 142 be settled out of court?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-a6a1d407-5f37-4938-85b1-81329804b6a3\">\n\n<p>No, it is non-compoundable, meaning it cannot be settled through a compromise.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BNS Section 142 is a powerful provision that ensures <strong>no accomplice or helper of a kidnapper escapes liability<\/strong>. By treating concealment or confinement of kidnapped\/abducted persons as seriously as kidnapping itself, the law provides strong protection to victims. It also closes loopholes for criminals who might otherwise rely on others to hide victims. This section reflects India\u2019s firm stance against all forms of kidnapping and ensures accountability not only for the primary offender but also for anyone who knowingly assists in such crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\"><strong>Need Legal Support?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re facing court proceedings, marriage-related issues, or any legal matter, our team at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/lawyer-help-1\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Marriage Solution \u2013 Lawyer Help<\/a><\/strong> is ready to guide you. Just complete our easy online enquiry form, and we\u2019ll connect you with the right legal assistance tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Finished with BNS 142 ? Continue exploring the next provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. Each section includes explanations, examples, and plain-language breakdowns for easy understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BNS Section 143: Trafficking of person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-section-143\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-section-143\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 144 BNS : Habitual dealing in slaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/section-144-bns\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/section-144-bns\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 145 : Habitual dealing in slaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-145\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-145\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 146 : Unlawful compulsory labour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-146\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-146\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>147 BNS : Waging, or attempting to wage war, or abetting waging of war, against the Government of India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/147-bns\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/147-bns\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full IPC Section List:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/ipc-section-list\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/ipc-section-list<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All Indian Law &amp; Blogs:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/indian-law\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/indian-law\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full BNSS Section List:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bnss_section-list\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bnss_section-list<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bns-index\"> \r\n  <h2>BNS Chapter Index<\/h2>\r\n  <table>\r\n    <tr><th>Chapter<\/th><th>Title<\/th><th>Sections<\/th><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter I<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-1-preliminary-bns-01-03\/\">Preliminary<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 1 \u2013 3<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter II<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-2-punishments-bns-04-13\/\">Punishments<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 4 \u2013 13<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter III<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-3-general-exceptions-bns-14-44\/\">General Exceptions<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 14 \u2013 44<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter IV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-4-abetment-conspiracy-attempt-bns-45-62\/\">Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy And Attempt<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 45 \u2013 62<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter V<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-5-offences-women-children-bns-63-99\/\">Offences Against Women And Children<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 63 \u2013 99<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-6-offences-human-body-bns-100-146\/\">Offences Affecting The Human Body<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 100 \u2013 146<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-7-offences-against-state-bns-147-158\/\">Offences Against The State<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 147 \u2013 158<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-8-offences-army-navy-airforce-bns-159-168\/\">Offences Relating To The Army, Navy And Air Force<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 159 \u2013 168<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter IX<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-9-offences-elections-bns-169-177\/\">Offences Relating To Elections<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 169 \u2013 177<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter X<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-10-offences-coin-currency-stamps-bns-178-188\/\">Offences Relating To Coin, Currency Notes, Bank Notes, And Government Stamps<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 178 \u2013 188<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-11-offences-public-tranquility-bns-189-197\/\">Offences Against The Public Tranquility<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 189 \u2013 197<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-12-of-offences-against-the-public-tranquility-bns-198-to-bns-205\/\">Offences Against The Public Tranquility<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 198 \u2013 205<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-13-contempts-lawful-authority-bns-206-226\/\">Contempts Of The Lawful Authority Of Public Servants<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 206 \u2013 226<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-14-false-evidence-public-justice-bns-227-269\/\">False Evidence And Offences Against Public Justice<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 227 \u2013 269<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-15-offences-public-health-safety-morals-bns-270-297\/\">Offences Affecting The Public Health, Safety, Convenience, Decency And Morals<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 270 \u2013 297<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-16-offences-religion-bns-298-302\/\">Offences Relating To Religion<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 298 \u2013 302<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-17-offences-property-bns-303-334\/\">Offences Against Property<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 303 \u2013 334<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-18-offences-documents-property-marks-bns-335-350\/\">Offences Relating To Documents And To Property Marks<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 335 \u2013 350<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIX<\/td><td><a 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