BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 54 BNS

Abettor present when offence is committed

Offence

Whenever any person, who is absent would be liable to be punished as an abettor, is present when the act or offence for which he would be punishable in consequence of the abetment is committed, he shall be deemed to have committed such act or offence.

Punishment summary

  • See punishment clause in section text.
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FAQ — Section 54 BNS

Section 54 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Abettor present when offence is committed”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whenever any person, who is absent would be liable to be punished as an abettor, is present when the act or offence for which he would be punishable in consequence of the abetment is committed, he shall be deemed to have committed such act or offence.

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.