Section 258 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with commitment for trial or confinement By person having authority who Knows that he is acting contrary to Law. Under the old law this was Section 220 of the IPC.
Home › BNS Sections › Section 258
Section 258 BNS - Commitment for trial or confinement By person having authority who Knows that he is acting contrary to Law
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 258 - Commitment for trial or confinement By person having authority who Knows that he is acting contrary to Law
- Old provision
- Section 220 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 7 years, or fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 258 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 220 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
Have a legal problem? Ask a lawyer - free.
Post your question free of cost and advocates near you can respond. Or use Talk to a Lawyer option to instantly connect with an advocate.
Are you a lawyer?
Get listed free on the advocates directory. Search Supreme Court judgments with headnotes. Daily court updates and citizen queries from your city.