IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 201 IPC

Causing disappearance of evidence of offence, or giving false information to screen offender

Offence

Whoever, knowing or having reason to believe that an offence has been committed, causes any evidence of the commission of that offence to disappear, with the intention of screening the offender from legal punishment, or with that intention gives any information respecting the offence which he knows or believes to be false;

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FAQ — Section 201 IPC

Section 201 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Causing disappearance of evidence of offence, or giving false information to screen offender”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever, knowing or having reason to believe that an offence has been committed, causes any evidence of the commission of that offence to disappear, with the intention of screening the offender from legal punishment, or with that intention gives any information respecting the offence which he knows or believes to be false;

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.