BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 24 BNS

Offence requiring a particular intent or knowledge committed by one who is intoxicated

Offence

In cases where an act done is not an offence unless done with a particular knowledge or intent, a person who does the act in a state of intoxication shall be liable to be dealt with as if he had the same knowledge as he would have had if he had not been intoxicated, unless the thing which intoxicated him was administered to him without his knowledge or against his will.

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FAQ — Section 24 BNS

Section 24 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Offence requiring a particular intent or knowledge committed by one who is intoxicated”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

In cases where an act done is not an offence unless done with a particular knowledge or intent, a person who does the act in a state of intoxication shall be liable to be dealt with as if he had the same knowledge as he would have had if he had not been intoxicated, unless 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.