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BNSS Chapter XXXVIIISection 518

Section518

Continuing offence

In the case of a continuing offence, a fresh period of limitation shall begin to run at every moment of the time during which the offence continues.

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Chapter XXXVIII

Limitation for Taking Cognizance of Certain Offences

In this chapter

513Definitions
514Bar to taking cognizance after lapse of period of limitation
515Commencement of period of limitation
516Exclusion of time in certain cases

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517Exclusion of date on which Court is closed

518Continuing offence

519Extension of period of limitation in certain cases