IPC Section 186: Obstructing Public Servant In Discharge Of Public Functions
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IPC Section 186: Obstructing Public Servant In Discharge Of Public Functions
Whoever voluntarily obstructs any public servant in the discharge of his public functions, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.
-Text In Indian Penal Code
| Offence | Obstructing public servant in discharge of his public functions |
| Punishment | 3 Months or Fine or Both |
| Cognizance | Non-Cognizable; Cognizable in A.P. |
| Bail | Bailable |
| Triable By | Any Magistrate |
| Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
