BNS Section 237- Using as true such declaration knowing it to be false | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023
Hello readers! Today, we are going to break down Section 237 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. If you've been wondering what exactly this section covers and how it impacts our legal system, you're in the right place.
Bare Act Text
Using as true such declaration knowing it to be false.—Whoever corruptly uses or attempts to use as true any such declaration, knowing the same to be false in any material point, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.
Explanation.—A declaration which is inadmissible merely upon the ground of some informality, is a declaration within the meaning of section 236 and this section.
Procedural Details
Punishment
Definition / General Principle / Repealed
Nature of Offense
N/A
Bail Eligibility
N/A
Compoundability
Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)
Trial Court
N/A
Frequently Asked Questions about BNS Section 237
What is Section 237 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)?
According to the official bare act, this legal offense is defined as: Using as true such declaration knowing it to be false.—Whoever corruptly uses or attempts to use as true any such declaration, knowing the same to be false in any material point, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.
Explanation.—A declaration which is inadmissible merely upon the ground of some informality, is a declaration within the meaning of section 236 and this section.
What is the punishment under BNS Section237 ?
The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the new law as: Definition / General Principle / Repealed
Is BNS Section 237 bailable or non-bailable?
Under the new legal framework, this specific offense is classified as a N/Aoffense.
Is BNS Section 237 a cognizable offense?
The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense isN/A.
Which court has the jurisdiction to try cases under BNS Section 237 ?
Cases pertaining to this specific BNS section are triable by the N/A.
Can BNS Section 237 be compromised (Compoundable)?
The compoundable nature of this offense, meaning whether the parties can settle it out of court, is classified as: Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions).
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