BNS Section 255 - Extortion
Whoever intentionally puts any person in fear of any injury to that person, or to any other, and thereby dishonestly induces the person so put in fear to deliver to any person any property or valuable security, or anything signed or sealed which may be converted into a valuable security.
Official Text
“Whoever intentionally puts any person in fear of any injury to that person, or to any other, and thereby dishonestly induces the person so put in fear to deliver to any person any property or valuable security, or anything signed or sealed which may be converted into a valuable security.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Intentionally putting person in fear.
- Fear of injury.
- Dishonest inducement.
- Delivery of property.
Potential Defenses:
- No fear caused.
- Legitimate demand.
- Authorized collection.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Threatening harm for money, blackmail, forcing property transfer through fear.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Legitimate demands, lawful threats, or authorized collection.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 7 years, and Fine