Definition of Section 315 BNS
Section 315 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with the offense of dishonestly misappropriating property that belonged to a deceased person.
Key elements of the offense:
- Property belonged to a deceased person.
- The accused was in possession of the property at the time of the deceased’s death.
- The accused dishonestly misappropriates or converts the property to their own use.
Punishment Section 315 BNS:
- Imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years.
- Fine.
- If the offender was employed by the deceased as a clerk or servant, the imprisonment may extend to seven years.
Essentially, this section protects the property of deceased individuals from being wrongfully taken by others.
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