BNS Section 135 : Assault or Criminal Force in Attempt to Wrongfully Confine a Person

Definition of BNS Section 135

Section 135 of the BNS 2023 States:
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.

Explanation and Illustration of BNS Section 135

Section 135 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, addresses assault or criminal force against a public servant to prevent them from performing their duties. This section penalises anyone who uses force, violence, or intimidation to stop a public servant from starting or continuing their lawful duty. It ensures public servants can carry out their responsibilities without undue obstruction or harm.

Illustration
Person A notices a municipal worker (Person B) demolishing an illegal structure. To prevent the demolition, Person A forcibly shoves Person B and threatens further harm. By using criminal force to prevent Person B from performing their duty, Person A becomes liable under Section 135 of the BNS, 2023.

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