Section 271 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with negligent act likely to spread Infection of disease dangerous to life. Under the old law this was Section 269 of the IPC.
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Section 271 BNS - Negligent act likely to spread Infection of disease dangerous to life
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 271 - Negligent act likely to spread Infection of disease dangerous to life
- Old provision
- Section 269 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for months, or fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 271 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 269 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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