BNS Section 287: Negligent conduct with respect to fire or combustible matter
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 285
Procedural Classification Summary
Negligent conduct with
Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Any Magistrate
Punishment: Imprisonment forrespect to fire or6 months, or fine of combustible matter.2,000 rupees, or both
Official Legal Provision / Summary
The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to two thousand rupees.