What is the BNS Section 134 equivalent in the old IPC?

BNS Section 134 directly corresponds to legacy IPC Section 356. It consolidates the statutory definition and updated penalties under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023.

Is Section 134 BNS bailable or non-bailable?

Section 134 BNS is classified as: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station). In bailable matters, bail is a matter of statutory right before the police or magistrate, whereas in non-bailable offences, bail is at judicial discretion under BNSS.

Is an offence under Section 134 BNS cognizable (arrest without warrant)?

The offence under Section 134 BNS is: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant). In cognizable offences, police officers have the authority to register an FIR and initiate an investigation directly.

Which court has jurisdiction to try cases under Section 134 BNS?

Cases under Section 134 BNS are triable by: Any Magistrate under the First Schedule of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

What is the primary objective and citizen takeaway of Section 134 BNS?

Section 134 BNS deals with 'Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person'. It establishes clear criminal liability, modern evidentiary thresholds, and proportionality in sentencing under India's modernized penal framework.

BNS Section 134

BNS Section 134: Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person

Q: What is the punishment and imprisonment under BNS Section 134?

The prescribed statutory penalty under Section 134 BNS is: Imprisonment for 2 years,in attempt to commit theft or fine, or both. of property worn or carried by a person. Sentences are subject to judicial trial assessment and aggravating/mitigating circumstances.

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 356

💡 Simplified Explanation

BNS Section 134 deals with the legal rules and penalties for ASSAULT. In simple terms: Making a gesture or preparation that makes someone reasonably fear that you are about to use physical violence against them.

Real-World Scenario

"Raising your fist and taking a step towards someone as if you are about to strike them."

⚖️ Procedural Classification Summary

Assault or criminal force

Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)

Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)

Triable by: Any Magistrate

Punishment: Imprisonment for 2 years,in attempt to commit theft or fine, or both. of property worn or carried by a person

📜 Official Statutory Provision

No change.

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