Bail Status Guide

Is BNS Section 126 Bailable or Non-Bailable? Arrest Guidelines

BNS Section 126: (1) Wrongful restraint (Legacy IPC Section 339)

Statutory Classification Details

Wrongfully restraining any

  • Bailable Status: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
  • Cognizable Status: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
  • Triable Court: Any Magistrate
  • Official Punishment: Simple imprisonment forperson.1 month, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both