Section305

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.