Procedural Classification · BNSS First Schedule

Is BNS Section 262 Bailable or Non-Bailable?

Analysis of bail rules, arrest eligibility, and warrant requirements for BNS Section 262: Resistance or obstruction by a person to his lawful apprehension under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

🛡️ Bail & Arrest Summary

Resistance or obstruction

Bail Status

✓ Bailable (Bail is a matter of right)

Arrest Authority

Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)

Triable Court

Any Magistrate

Prescribed Punishment

Imprisonment for 2 years,by a person to his lawfulor fine, or both. apprehension