Section 308(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with extortion — clause (5). Under the old law this was Section 386 of the IPC.
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Section 308(5) BNS - Extortion — clause (5)
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 308(5) - Extortion — clause (5)
- Old provision
- Section 386 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 10 years and fine.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 308(5) BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 386 IPC | Modified | Ditto . |
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