What is the punishment under BNS Section 246?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the new law as: Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine.

Is BNS Section 246 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the new legal framework, this specific offense is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is BNS Section 246 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Non-cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try cases under BNS Section 246?

Cases pertaining to this specific BNS section are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can BNS Section 246 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).

BNS Section 246- Dishonestly making false claim in Court | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023

Hello readers! Today, we are going to break down Section 246 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

Dishonestly making false claim in Court.—Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly, or with intent to injure or annoy any person, makes in a Court any claim which he knows to be false, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Procedural Details

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine

Nature of Offense

Non-cognizable

Bail Eligibility

Bailable

Compoundability

Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

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