Bail Status Guide

Is BNS Section 265 Bailable or Non-Bailable? Arrest Guidelines

BNS Section 265: Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension or escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for (Legacy IPC Section N/A)

Statutory Classification Details

Resistance or obstruction to

  • Bailable Status: Bailable (Bail is a legal right — granted at police station)
  • Cognizable Status: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
  • Triable Court: Any Magistrate
  • Official Punishment: Imprisonment forlawful apprehension, or6 months, or fine, or both. escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for