What is the punishment for Dhara 186?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 186 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 186 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 186 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is Dhara 186 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Non-cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 186 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 186 are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can IPC Section 186 be compromised (Compoundable)?

The compoundable nature of this offense, meaning whether the parties can settle it out of court, is classified as: Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions).

IPC Section 186 In English

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

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.