Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 157 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 157: Public servant negligently suffering such prisoner to escape under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Public servant negligently
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Simple imprisonment forsuffering prisoner of State3 years and fine.class. or war in his custody to escape