Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule
BNS Section 257 Punishment Jail Term, Fines & Sentencing Guidelines
Analysis of punishment terms, fines, and judicial sentencing rules for BNS Section 257: Public servant in judicial proceeding corruptly making report, etc under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
⚖️ Sentencing & Penalty Guidelines
Public servant in a judicial
Bail Status
✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)
Arrest Authority
Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable Court
Magistrate of the first class
Prescribed Punishment
Imprisonment for 7 years,proceeding corruptly making or fine, or both.class. and pronouncing an order, report, etc. contrary to law