Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 334 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 334: (1) Dishonestly breaking open receptacle containing property under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Dishonestly breaking open
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 2 years,or unfastening any closedor fine, or both. receptacle containing or supposed to contain property
Being entrusted with any
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 3 years,closed receptacle containing or fine, or both. or supposed to contain any property, and fraudulently opening the same