Indian Penal Code, 1860

Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions.—

Section

186

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Non-cognizable

Bailable

Bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

Bare Act Text

186. Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions.— Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.
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