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IPC Section 229A - Failure by person released on bail or bond to appear in Court
Last Updated: 01 Jul, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 269 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 229A in Simple Words
Section 229A of the Indian Penal Code states that if a person who has been charged with an offence and released on bail or bond fails to appear in court as per the terms of the bail or bond without sufficient cause, they may be punished with imprisonment of up to one year, or with a fine, or both.
Failure by person released on bail or bond to appear in Court
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Failure by person released on bail or bond to appear in Court | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Failure by person released on bail or bond to appear in Court
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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