Misconduct in public by a drunken person

Whoever, in a state of intoxication, appears in any public place, or in any place which it is a trespass in him to enter, and there conducts himself in such a manner as to cause annoyance to any person, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to twenty-four hours, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both or with community service.

BNSS Classification

• Simple imprisonment for 24 hours, or fine of 1,000 rupees, or both or with community service.
• Non-cognizable
• Bailable
• Triable by Any Magistrate.