BNS Section 231: Giving or fabricating false evidence with intent to procure conviction of offence punishable with imprisonment for life or imprisonment
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 195
Procedural Classification Summary
Giving or fabricating falseThe same as for the offence.evidence with intent to procure conviction of an offence punishable with imprisonment for life or with imprisonment for 7 years, or upwards
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Court of Session
Punishment: Giving or fabricating falseThe same as for the offence.
Official Legal Provision / Summary
No change.