Section 8(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with imprisonment for non-payment of Fine, when offence punishable with Fine only. Under the old law this was Section 67 of the IPC.
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Section 8(5) BNS - Imprisonment for non-payment of Fine, when offence punishable with Fine only
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 8(5) - Imprisonment for non-payment of Fine, when offence punishable with Fine only
- Old provision
- Section 67 IPC
Old law → Section 8(5) BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 67 IPC | Modified | IPC section is included as sub - section in BNS, sans heading. Words “or in default of community service” are added. Imprisonment and fine are increased. |
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