IPC Section 202: Intentional Omission To Give Information Of Offence By Person Bound To Inform
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IPC Section 202: Intentional Omission To Give Information Of Offence By Person Bound To Inform
Whoever, knowing or having reason to believe that an offence has been committed, intentionally omits to give any information respecting that offence which he is legally bound to give, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.
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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 By | Any Magistrate |
Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |