Classification of Offences

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II. - CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENCES AGAINST OTHER LAWS

OffenceCognizable or non-cognizableBailable or non-bailableBy what court triable
If punishable with death, imprisonment for life or imprisonment for more than 7 years.CognizableNon-bailableCourt of Session.
If punishable with imprisonment for 3 years and upwards but not more than 7 years.DittoDittoMagistrate of the first class.
If punishable with imprisonment for less than 3 years or with fine only.Non-cognizableBailableAny Magistrate.
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