In this article, we will introduce you to Section 209 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS Section 209). In today’s article we will talk about what is Section 209 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita? As we know that IPC has now been replaced by BNS. So let’s start.
Definition of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 209
Non- appearance in response to a proclamation under section 84 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023- Whoever fails to appear at the specified place and the specified time as required by a proclamation published under sub-section (1) of section 84 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both, or with community service, and where a declaration has been made under sub-section (4) of that section pronouncing him as a proclaimed offender, he shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine.