IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 175 IPC

Omission to produce document to public servant by person legally bound to produce it

Offence

Whoever, being legally bound to produce or deliver up any document or electronic record to any public servant, as such, intentionally omits so to produce or deliver up the same,

Punishment

shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both;

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: one month.
  • Fine: five hundred rupees.
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FAQ — Section 175 IPC

Section 175 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Omission to produce document to public servant by person legally bound to produce it”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, 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.