Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 462BNS 334(2)
Punishment for same offence when committed by person entrusted with custody
BNS 334(2) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 462 is BNS 334(2)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable
- Tried by
- Any Magistrate
For offences under the BNS (on or after 1 July 2024); older cases follow the IPC and CrPC. Source: First Schedule to the BNSS, 2023, and the wording of the section. Not legal advice.
What changed
- IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 334(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 462 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 462 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 334(2) it is bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 462 under BNS?
BNS 334(2): imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 462 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 462 (Punishment for same offence when committed by person entrusted with custody) corresponds to Section 334(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 462 and BNS 334(2)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
How do I cite BNS 334(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 334(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 462 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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