BNS Section 276: Adulteration of drugs
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 274
Procedural Classification Summary
Adulterating any drug or
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Any Magistrate
Punishment: Imprisonment for 1 year,medical preparation intended or fine of 5,000 rupees, for sale so as to lessen itsor both. efficacy, or to change its operation, or to make it noxious
Official Legal Provision / Summary
Upper limit of imprisonment is increased from six months to one years and fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.