Section 265 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with resistance or obstruction to lawful Apprehension or escape or rescue in Cases not otherwise provided for. Under the old law this was Section 225B of the IPC.
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Section 265 BNS - Resistance or obstruction to lawful Apprehension or escape or rescue in Cases not otherwise provided for
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 265 - Resistance or obstruction to lawful Apprehension or escape or rescue in Cases not otherwise provided for
- Old provision
- Section 225B IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 265 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 225B IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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