IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 176 IPC

Omission to give notice or information to public servant by person legally bound to give it

Offence

Whoever, being legally bound to give any notice or to furnish information on any subject to any public servant, as such, intentionally omits to give such notice or to furnish such information in the manner and at the time required by law,

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 176 IPC

Section 176 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Omission to give notice or information to public servant by person legally bound to give 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.

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