Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 215 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 215: Refusing to sign statement under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Refusing to sign a statement
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 formade to a public servant3 months, or fine ofoffence is committed, when legally required to3,000 rupees, or both.subject to the provisions do so.of Chapter XXVIII; or, if not committed, in a Court, any Magistrate