Section 277 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with sale of adulterated drugs. Under the old law this was Section 275 of the IPC.
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Section 277 BNS - Sale of adulterated drugs
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 277 - Sale of adulterated drugs
- Old provision
- Section 275 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 277 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 275 IPC | Modified | Upper limit of fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees. |
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