BNSS Section 314 - Interpretation of evidence to accused or his pleader.
Description of BNSS Section 314 - Interpretation of evidence to accused or his pleader.
(1) Whenever any evidence is given in a language not understood by the accused, and he is present in Court in person, it shall be interpreted to him in open Court in a language understood by him.
(2) If he appears by pleader and the evidence is given in a language other than the language of the Court, and not understood by the pleader, it shall be interpreted to such pleader in that language.
(3) When documents are put for the purpose of formal proof, it shall be in the discretion of the Court to interpret as much thereof as appears necessary.
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314(2) | Criminal breach of trust | Imprisonment for 5 years, or fine, or both. | Cognizable | Non bailable | Magistrate of the first class. |
| 314(3) | Criminal breach of trust by a carrier, wharfinger, etc. | Imprisonment for 7 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non bailable | Magistrate of the first class. |
| 314(4) | Criminal breach of trust by a clerk or servant. | Imprisonment for 7 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non bailable | Magistrate of the first class. |
| 314(5) | Criminal breach of trust by public servant or by banker, merchant or agent, etc. | Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 10 years and fine. | Cognizable | Non bailable | Magistrate of the first class. |