Section 24 of BNSS : Section 24: Sentence of imprisonment in default of fine.
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
Rajesh was found guilty of petty theft and was fined ₹5,000 by the Magistrate. However, Rajesh was unable to pay the fine. According to Section 24 of The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, the Magistrate decided to impose a term of imprisonment in default of payment of the fine. The Magistrate, under the powers granted by Section 23, could impose a maximum imprisonment of 6 months for petty theft. Therefore, the Magistrate sentenced Rajesh to 1.5 months (one-fourth...
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