Bail Status Guide

Is BNS Section 275 Bailable or Non-Bailable? Arrest Guidelines

BNS Section 275: Sale of noxious food or drink (Legacy IPC Section 273)

Statutory Classification Details

Selling any food or drink as

  • Bailable Status: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
  • Cognizable Status: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
  • Triable Court: Any Magistrate
  • Official Punishment: Imprisonment forfood and drink, knowing6 months, or fine of the same to be noxious.5,000 rupees, or both