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SECTION 151 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Knowingly joining or continuing in assembly of five or more persons after it has been commanded to disperse
Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 189 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 151 in Simple Words
If someone knowingly stays in a group of five or more people that is likely to disturb public peace after being ordered to disperse, they can be punished with up to six months in jail, a fine, or both.
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| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowingly joining or continuing in any assembly of five or more Persons after it has been commanded to disperse | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Knowingly joining or continuing in any assembly of five or more Persons after it has been commanded to disperse
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Section 151 bailable or not?
Is there a provision in the section for bailing out such arrested individuals? The bail of arrestees is not mentioned in Section 151. The Magistrate has the discretion to decide whether or not the arrestees should be released on bail bond in accordance with other provisions of CrPC. 11 Mar 2023
What is case under section 151?
The inherent power of the Court is not to be used in favor of a party/litigant that has a remedy under CPC which is similar to the position vis a vis other statute. Section 151 CPC has the objective of supplementing and not replacing the remedies in CPC.
What is the 151 crime act?
If a police officer is aware of an intention to commit a cognizable crime, they may arrest the person planning the crime without the need for a warrant or orders from a magistrate, if the officer believes that it will be impossible to prevent the offence.
