312. If, at the time of attempting to commit robbery or dacoity, the offender is armed with any deadly weapon, the imprisonment with which such offender shall be punished shall not be less than seven years.
BNS Section 312: Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon
Section 312 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon. It replaces IPC 398 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 312 is cognizable and non-bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 312 | Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon. | Imprisonment for not less than 7 years. | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 312
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 398: Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon
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