BNS Section 228 – Intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding
Chapter 12: Offences by or Relating to Public Servants ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 228
IPC S.228
✓ Bailable
Non-Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever intentionally offers any insult or causes any interruption to any public servant while such public servant is sitting in any stage of a judicial proceeding shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees or with both.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 6 months or fine up to Rs 1000 or both. Non-cognizable. Bailable. Triable by Any Magistrate.
