BNS Section 144: Exploitation of a trafficked person
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A
Procedural Classification Summary
Exploitation of a trafficked
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Court of Session
Punishment: Rigorous imprisonmentchild.for not less than 5 years but which may extend to 10 years and fine
Exploitation of a trafficked
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Court of Session
Punishment: Rigorous imprisonmentperson.for not less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine
Official Legal Provision / Summary
No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.