Section 225 of the New Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) addresses the threat of injury to induce a person to refrain from applying for protection to a public servant. This provision is part of Chapter XIII, which deals with contempts of the lawful authority of public servants.
Key Provisions of Section 225 BNS
- Definition: The section states that anyone who threatens another person with injury to prevent them from making a legal application for protection against any injury to a public servant, who is authorized to provide such protection, shall be subject to punishment. This includes threats aimed at deterring individuals from seeking legal recourse through public servants.
- Punishment: The punishment for violating this section can include:
- Imprisonment for a term that may extend up to one year
- A fine
- Both imprisonment and fine may be imposed.
- Cognizability: The offense described in Section 225 is classified as non-cognizable, meaning that police cannot arrest without a warrant and the case must go through a magistrate.
- Bail Status: The offense is considered bailable, allowing the accused the right to secure bail upon arrest4.
- Jurisdiction: Cases under this section are triable in any magistrate’s court4.
Example Scenario
An example illustrating this section could involve an individual threatening someone else to prevent them from filing a complaint for police protection. Such an act would fall under the purview of Section 225, leading to potential legal consequences for the offender.
This section aims to protect individuals’ rights to seek legal protection and ensure that public servants can perform their duties without undue interference or threats.
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