Section 209 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with non-appearance in response to a Proclamation under section 84 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,2023. Under the old law this was Section 174A of the IPC.
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Section 209 BNS - Non-appearance in response to a Proclamation under section 84 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,2023
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 209 - Non-appearance in response to a Proclamation under section 84 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita,2023
- Old provision
- Section 174A IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 3 years, or fine, or both, community service. Imprisonment for 7 years and fine.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable. Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable. Non-bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class. Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 209 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 174A IPC | Modified | New p unishment of "as with community service” is added in regard to proclamation under section 84(1)BNSS [82(1) CrPC]. |
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