Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting wrongfully to confine that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

BNSS Classification

• Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
• Cognizable
• Bailable
• Triable by Any Magistrate.