BNSChapter VI

S. 145

Habitual dealing in slaves.

Description

Whoever habitually imports, exports, removes, buys, sells, traffics or deals in slaves, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

BNSS Classification

  • Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 10 years and fine.
  • Cognizable
  • Non-bailable
  • Triable by Court of Session.