173. Whoever commits the offence of bribery shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both: Provided that bribery by treating shall be punished with fine only. Explanation.—“Treating” means that form of bribery where the gratification consists in food, drink, entertainment, or provision.
IPC Section 171E in BNS: Section 173
Punishment for bribery
Section 171E of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Punishment for bribery) corresponds to Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, in force from 1 July 2024. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 173 is non-cognizable, bailable, triable by Magistrate of the first class; punishment: Imprisonment for 1 year or fine, or both, or if treating only, fine only.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | Bribery. | Imprisonment for 1 year or fine, or both, or if treating only, fine only. | Non-cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate of the first class |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
The BNS applies to offences committed on or after 1 July 2024. Offences committed earlier are charged and tried under the IPC.
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