Intentional omission to give information of offence by person bound to inform
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Summary
When a person knows or has reason to believe an offence was committed and intentionally withholds information they are legally bound to give, they can be punished with up to six months imprisonment, or a fine up to Rs.5,000, or both. The rule only applies where there is a legal duty to report the offence.
Example
Meera, the caretaker of an apartment block, sees someone steal from a flat and knows she is legally required to inform the police but intentionally stays silent. Under this section she may face up to six months imprisonment, or a fine up to Rs.5,000, or both.
Bare Act
Enacted textWhoever, knowing or having reason to believe that an offence has been committed, intentionally omits to give any information respecting that offence which he is legally bound to give, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.
BNSS Classification
- Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
- Non-cognizable
- Bailable
- Triable by Any Magistrate.
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