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SECTION 202 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Intentional omission to give information of offence by person bound to inform
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 202 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 202 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone fails to provide information about an offense they know or believe has been committed, which they are legally obligated to provide, they can be punished with imprisonment up to six months, or fined, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intentional omission to give information of an offence by a person legally bound to inform | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Intentional omission to give information of an offence by a person legally bound to inform
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
Anyone who, having knowledge or reason to believe an offence was committed, deliberately fails to provide any information about that offence that he is legally required to give will be punished by imprisonment for up to six months or a fine.
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