Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 228BNS 267
Intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding
BNS 267 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 228 is BNS 267
- Punishment
- Simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable
- Tried by
- The Court in which the offence is committed, subject to the provisions of Chapter XXVIII; or, if not committed, in a Court, any Magistrate
For offences under the BNS (on or after 1 July 2024); older cases follow the IPC and CrPC. Source: First Schedule to the BNSS, 2023, and the wording of the section. Not legal advice.
What changed
- Upper limit of fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 267 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 228 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 228 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 267 it is bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by The Court in which the offence is committed, subject to the provisions of Chapter XXVIII; or, if not committed, in a Court, any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 228 under BNS?
BNS 267: simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both.
What is IPC 228 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 228 (Intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding) corresponds to Section 267 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 228 and BNS 267?
Upper limit of fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
How do I cite BNS 267 in a pleading?
Under Section 267 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 228 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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