Section 4: Crimes
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4. Crimes
Crimes are offences punishable by—
(a) penal servitude;
(b) a fine exceeding 5,000 rupees.
[S. 4 amended by Act 29 of 1990; Act 31 of 1995; Act 5 of 1999.]
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- What punishment makes an offence a 'crime' rather than a lesser offence?