328. Whoever intentionally runs any vessel aground or ashore, intending to commit theft of any property contained therein or to dishonestly misappropriate any such property, or with intent that such theft or misappropriation of property may be committed, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
BNS Section 328: Punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc
Section 328 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc. It replaces IPC 439 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 328 is cognizable and non-bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 | Running vessel with intent to commit theft, etc. | Imprisonment for 10 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 328
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 439: Punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc
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