BNS Section 8(5)

BNS Section 8(5): Imprisonment for non-payment of fine, when offence punishable with fine only

Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 67

No specific classification found under the First Schedule of BNSS. This section may contain definitions, general exceptions, or auxiliary provisions.

Official Legal Provision / Summary

IPC section is included as sub-section in BNS, sans heading. Words “or in default of community service” are added. Imprisonment and fine are increased.