BNSChapter XVII

S. 328

Punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc.

Description

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.

BNSS Classification

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