Section 201 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with public servant framing an incorrect Document with intent to cause injury. Under the old law this was Section 167 of the IPC.
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Section 201 BNS - Public servant framing an incorrect Document with intent to cause injury
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 201 - Public servant framing an incorrect Document with intent to cause injury
- Old provision
- Section 167 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 3 years, or fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 201 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 167 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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