Section 256 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with public servant framing incorrect Record or writing with intent to save Person from punishment or property From forfeiture. Under the old law this was Section 218 of the IPC.
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Section 256 BNS - Public servant framing incorrect Record or writing with intent to save Person from punishment or property From forfeiture
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 256 - Public servant framing incorrect Record or writing with intent to save Person from punishment or property From forfeiture
- Old provision
- Section 218 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 3 years, fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 256 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 218 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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