Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 208 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 208: Non-attendance in obedience to an order from public servant under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Non-attendance in obedience
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Simple imprisonment forto an order from public1 month, or fine of servant.5,000 rupees, or both
If the order requires personal
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Simple imprisonment forattendance, etc., in a Court. 6 months, or fine of 10,000 rupees, or both