BNS Section 134 – Punishment for assault or criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation
Chapter 6: Offences Affecting the Human Body ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 134
IPC S.352
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation given by that person shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees or with both.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 3 months or fine up to Rs 1000 or both. Non-cognizable. Bailable. Triable by Any Magistrate.