BNS Section 226: Attempt to commit suicide to compel or restrain exercise of lawful power | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Bare Act Text

Attempt to commit suicide to compel or restrain exercise of lawful power.—Whoever attempts to commit suicide with the intent to compel or restrain any public servant from discharging his official duty shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both, or with community service.

Procedural Details

Punishment

Imprisonment up to One Year(s) + Fine

Nature of Offense

Non-cognizable

Bail Eligibility

Bailable

Compoundability

Non-Compoundable (Refer to BNSS 359 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

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