Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 248 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 248: False charge of offence made with intent to injure under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
False charge of offence
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 5 years,made with intent to injure. or fine of 2 lakh rupees,class. or both
Criminal proceeding
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Court of Session
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 10 yearsinstituted on a false charge and fine. of an offence punishable with death, imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for ten years or upwards