BNS Section 231 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
BNS Section 231: Giving or fabricating false evidence with intent to procure conviction of offence punishable with imprisonment for life or imprisonment (Legacy IPC Section 195)
Statutory Classification Details
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 Status: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable Status: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court: Court of Session
Official Punishment: Giving or fabricating falseThe same as for the offence.