Bail Status Guide

Is BNS Section 68 Bailable or Non-Bailable? Arrest Guidelines

BNS Section 68: Sexual intercourse by a person in authority (Legacy IPC Section N/A)

Statutory Classification Details

Sexual intercourse by a

  • Bailable Status: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
  • Cognizable Status: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
  • Triable Court: Court of Session
  • Official Punishment: Rigorous imprisonment forperson in authority, etc.not less than 5 years, but which may extend to 10 years and fine