IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 166B IPC

Punishment for non treatment of victim

Punishment

Whoever, being in charge of a hospital, public or private, whether run by the Central Government, the State Government, local bodies or any other person, contravenes the provisions of section1 357C of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: one year.
  • Fine: or with both.
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FAQ — Section 166B IPC

Section 166B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Punishment for non treatment of victim”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever, being in charge of a hospital, public or private, whether run by the Central Government, the State Government, local bodies or any other person, contravenes the provisions of section1 357C of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine or with both.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.