BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 23 BNS

Act of a person incapable of judgment by reason of intoxication caused against his will

Offence

Nothing is an offence which is done by a person who, at the time of doing it, is, by reason of intoxication, incapable of knowing the nature of the act, or that he is doing what is either wrong, or contrary to law; provided that the thing which intoxicated him was administered to him without his knowledge or against his will.

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FAQ — Section 23 BNS

Section 23 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Act of a person incapable of judgment by reason of intoxication caused against his will”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Nothing is an offence which is done by a person who, at the time of doing it, is, by reason of intoxication, incapable of knowing the nature of the act, or that he is doing what is either wrong, or contrary to law; provided that the thing which intoxicated him was administered to him without his knowledge or against his will.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.