Section 188: Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant
In Simple Words
Disobeying Government Orders. Violating rules issued by public officials (e.g. violating a curfew or lockdown order, or protest bans).
Punishment & Penalties
Up to 1 to 6 months in prison, or fine, or both.. Bailable, Cognizable.
Real-Life Case Example
“Consider a situation where this rule is put to test. An individual acts in a way that aligns with the elements of Section 188, leading to a case where they are booked under this specific offense.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Section 188 of IPC?
Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant. In simple terms: Disobeying Government Orders. Violating rules issued by public officials (e.g. violating a curfew or lockdown order, or protest bans).
Is Section 188 of IPC a bailable offense?
Section 188 is classified as a Bailable offense. This means the accused can obtain bail as a matter of right from the police station.
What is the punishment for Section 188 of IPC?
Up to 1 to 6 months in prison, or fine, or both.. Bailable, Cognizable.
Can Section 188 of IPC be quashed by the High Court?
Section 188 is Non-compoundable (cannot be settled out of court). However, the High Court has inherent powers under Section 482 of CrPC / Section 528 of BNSS to quash FIRs in certain categories of disputes if the parties reach a compromise.
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