IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 353 IPC

Assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty

Offence

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person being a public servant in the execution of his duty as such public servant, or with intent to prevent or deter that person from discharging his duty as such public servant, or in consequence of anything done or attempted to be done by such person to the lawful discharge of his duty as such public servant,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 353 IPC

Section 353 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty”. 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 two years, 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.