Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 255 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 255: Public servant disobeying direction of law with intent to save person from punishment or property from forfeiture under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Public servant disobeying a
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Any Magistrate
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 2 years,direction of law with intent or fine, or both. to save person from punishment, or property from forfeiture