Section 395 of BNSS : Section 395: Order to pay compensation.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi was convicted of theft and sentenced to six months in prison along with a fine of ₹10,000. The court, while passing the judgment, ordered that ₹5,000 of the fine be used to compensate the shop owner, Mr. Sharma, for the loss of goods stolen by Ravi. The remaining ₹5,000 was directed to cover the expenses incurred during the prosecution of the case.

Example 2:

Sunita was found guilty of causing a fatal accident due to reckless driving. She was sentenced to three years in prison and fined ₹50,000. The court ordered that the entire fine amount be paid as compensation to the family of the deceased, Mr. Kumar, under the Fatal Accidents Act, 1855. The compensation was intended to help Mr. Kumar's family cope with the financial loss resulting from his death.

Example 3:

Ajay was convicted of cheating several individuals by promising them high returns on investments and then absconding with their money. He was sentenced to five years in prison and fined ₹1,00,000. The court ordered that ₹70,000 of the fine be distributed among the victims as compensation for their financial losses...

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