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In Indian criminal law, compromise refers to the settlement between parties in non-compoundable offences where courts may use inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC or Section 528 BNSS to quash proceedings, subject to public interest and gravity of the offence.
Andhra Pradesh High Court set aside a conviction under Section 138 NI Act after parties reached a full settlement, waiving costs imposed by the apex court in light of the accused's financial constraints. The ruling clarifies that minimal or no costs may be levied during compounding at the revision stage in appropriate cases.
Kerala High Court quashed criminal proceedings under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Sections 126(2) and 118(1) after parties amicably settled disputes, relying on Gian Singh and Section 528 BNSS. The ruling reinforces inherent powers of High Courts to quash cases post-compromise, benefiting accused in non-compoundable offences.
Madhya Pradesh High Court reduces sentences in non-compoundable offences under Sections 326 and 324 IPC to the period already undergone, despite the offences' non-compoundable nature, based on compromise between parties. This ruling underscores judicial discretion in balancing legal rigidity with equitable outcomes, impacting sentencing principles in criminal cases involving serious injuries.
Rajasthan High Court quashes FIR under Sections 64(2)(m), 308(2), and 351(3) of BNS, 2023, holding that compromise between parties can justify quashing even in non-compoundable offences if no useful purpose is served.
Rajasthan High Court quashes FIR under Sections 341, 323, and 143 IPC after parties compromise, applying principles from Gian Singh v. State of Punjab.
Himachal Pradesh High Court quashes FIR under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 115(2) and Juvenile Justice Act Section 75, holding that minor offences of a personal nature can be compromised if voluntary, non-coercive, and without societal harm. The ruling reinforces the judiciary's discretion to prioritize amicable settlements in petty cases involving children.
Himachal Pradesh High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 64, 308(2), and 351(2) of BNSS based on a compromise, emphasizing the victim's marital stability and remote conviction chances. The ruling underscores that heinous offences may be compromised only in rare cases where the victim's consent is unequivocal and public interest is not prejudiced.
Himachal Pradesh High Court invokes inherent powers under Section 528 BNSS to quash an FIR under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and SC/ST Act after parties compromise, reinforcing that non-heinous offences can be settled amicably without trial. The ruling clarifies the scope of compromise in criminal cases involving caste-based allegations and electoral threats.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a genuine compromise in a Section 138 NI Act case, even though non-compoundable, warrants quashing of criminal proceedings under Section 482 CrPC, aligning with Supreme Court precedents that permit settlement in serious offences where public interest is not compromised. This empowers parties to resolve financial disputes without prolonged litigation, reinforcing judicial efficiency and restorative justice in commercial crime cases.
Rajasthan High Court exercises inherent powers under Section 528 BNSS to quash criminal proceedings for non-compoundable offence (Section 308 IPC) after parties reach an amicable settlement, reinforcing the Gian Singh precedent that prioritizes justice over technical rigidity. This ruling clarifies that even non-compoundable offences may be quashed if compromise serves the ends of justice, impacting criminal litigation strategy for similar cases.
Punjab & Haryana High Court grants regular bail under Section 483 BNSS in a forgery and cheating case where parties compromised, prioritizing constitutional rights under Article 21 over prolonged pre-trial detention. The ruling underscores that compromise can override the non-compoundable nature of offences when investigation is complete and no public interest is prejudiced.
The Rajasthan High Court has ruled that a genuine compromise between parties in a land dispute can justify anticipatory bail even for non-compoundable offences under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, signaling that judicial discretion under Section 482 extends beyond statutory compoundability limits. This sets a precedent for courts to prioritize restorative justice and settlement in low-grade criminal disputes, affecting accused persons in property-related BNS cases nationwide.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has affirmed that even in non-compoundable offences under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, a genuine, voluntary compromise between parties justifies quashing the FIR under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process. This reinforces judicial discretion to prioritize settlement over mechanical prosecution, impacting victims, accused, and prosecutors in serious criminal matters where reconciliation is feasible.
Jharkhand High Court holds that criminal proceedings under Section 528 BNSS can be quashed post-compromise if the dispute is of a civil nature and lacks heinous elements or public policy concerns. The ruling reinforces the court's inherent jurisdiction to prevent abuse of process, particularly where parties settle disputes amicably outside court.
Allahabad HC quashed criminal proceedings under Sections 376, 504, and 506 IPC after parties settled, reinforcing that offences with a predominant civil character may be compromised under Section 528 BNSS, despite non-compoundability. The ruling aligns with the Supreme Court’s Gian Singh precedent, emphasizing judicial discretion in quashing cases where disputes are resolved amicably.