BNS Section 76: Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Bare Act Text
Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe.—Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any woman or abets such act with the intention of disrobing or compelling her to be naked, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Procedural Details
Punishment
Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine
Nature of Offense
Cognizable
Bail Eligibility
Non-bailable
Compoundability
Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Court of Session