Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 6
Offences affecting the Human body
Section 123 • Causing hurt by means of poison, etc., with intent to commit an offence
Description
Whoever administers to or causes to be taken by any person any poison or any stupefying, intoxicating or unwholesome drug, or other thing with intent to cause hurt to such person, or with intent to commit or to facilitate the commission of an offence or knowing it to be likely that he will thereby cause hurt, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 6 (Offences affecting the Human body). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.