Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 510BNS 355

Misconduct in public by a drunken person

BNS 355 full section — punishment, bail and court →

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Quick facts: IPC 510 is BNS 355

Punishment
Simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to twenty-four hours, or fine up to one thousand rupees, or both or with community service
Bailable?
Bailable
Cognizable?
Non-cognizable
Tried by
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

  • Fine is increased from ten rupees to one thousand, or with community service is added.

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Under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 510 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

Frequently asked

Is IPC 510 bailable or non-bailable?

Under BNS 355 it is bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

What is the punishment for IPC 510 under BNS?

BNS 355: simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to twenty-four hours, or fine up to one thousand rupees, or both or with community service.

What is IPC 510 equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 510 (Misconduct in public by a drunken person) corresponds to Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 510 and BNS 355?

Fine is increased from ten rupees to one thousand, or with community service is added.

How do I cite BNS 355 in a pleading?

Under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 510 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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