134. Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting to commit theft on any property which that person is then wearing or carrying, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
BNS Section 134: Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person
Section 134 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person. It replaces IPC 356 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 134 is cognizable and bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134 | Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property worn or carried by a person. | Imprisonment for 2 years, or fine, or both. | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 134
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 356: Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person
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