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    Section 409 ? Criminal Breach of Trust by Public Servant, Banker, Merchant, or Agent

    This section deals with cases where a public servant, banker, merchant, or agent commits a criminal breach of trust concerning property entrusted to them. Given their position of authority and trust, the law prescribes stringent punishment, including imprisonment up to ten years or life, and a fine.