Section 77 of JJ Act : Section 77: Penalty For Giving Intoxicating Liquor Or Narcotic Drug Or Psychotropic Substance To A Child

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a shopkeeper sells cigarettes to a group of teenagers, knowing that they are under the age of 18. One of the teenager's parents discovers this and reports it to the authorities. Under Section 77 of The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, the shopkeeper can be charged for providing tobacco products to minors. If found guilty, he could face rigorous imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine of up to one lakh rupees, as the act prohibits supplying such substances to children unless prescribed by a medical practitioner.