Theft in a dwelling house, or means of transportation or place of worship, etc

Whoever commits theft,

• (a) in any building, tent or vessel used as a human dwelling or used for the custody of property; or

• (b) of any means of transport used for the transport of goods or passengers; or

• (c) of any article or goods from any means of transport used for the transport of goods or passengers; or

• (d) of idol or icon in any place of worship; or

• (e) of any property of the Government or of a local authority, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine.

BNSS Classification

• Imprisonment for 7 years and fine.
• Cognizable
• Non-Bailable
• Triable by Any Magistrate.