Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 6
Offences affecting the Human body
Section 144 • Exploitation of a trafficked person
Description
(1)Whoever, knowingly or having reason to believe that a child has been trafficked, engages such child for sexual exploitation in any manner, shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than five years, but which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
(2) Whoever, knowingly or having reason to believe that a person has been trafficked, engages such person for sexual exploitation in any manner, shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than three years, but which may extend to seven 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.