BNS Section 265: Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension or escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A
Procedural Classification Summary
Resistance or obstruction to
Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Any Magistrate
Punishment: Imprisonment forlawful apprehension, or6 months, or fine, or both. escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for
Official Legal Provision / Summary
No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.