IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 225B IPC

Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension, or escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for

Offence

Whoever, in any case not provided for in section 224 or section 225 or in any other law for the time being in force, intentionally offers any resistance or illegal obstruction to the lawful apprehension of himself or of any other person, or escapes or attempts to escape from any custody in which he is lawfully detained, or rescues or attempts to rescue any other person from any custody in which that person is lawfully detained,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: six months.
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FAQ — Section 225B IPC

Section 225B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension, or escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, 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.