Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule

BNS Section 315 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines

Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 315: Dishonest misappropriation of property possessed by deceased person at the time of his death under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines

Dishonest misappropriation

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 forof property possessed by3 years and fine.class. deceased person at the time of his death. If by clerk or personImprisonment for 7 years.employed by deceased.class