Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 338 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 338: Forgery of valuable security, will, etc under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Forgery of a valuable
Bail Status
✕ Non-Bailable (Court discretion required)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for life,security, will, or authorityor imprisonment forclass. to make or transfer any10 years and fine. valuable security, or to receive any money, etc. When the valuable securityImprisonment for life,is a promissory note of the or imprisonment forclass. Central Government.10 years and fine