BNS Section 355: Misconduct in public by a drunken person
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 510
Procedural Classification Summary
Misconduct in public by a drunken person (formerly 510 IPC)
Bailable: Bailable (Bail is a legal right)
Cognizable: Non-cognizable (Police cannot arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Any Magistrate
Punishment: Simple imprisonment up to 24 hours, or fine of 1,000 rupees, or both, or community service
Official Legal Provision / Summary
Fine is increased from ten rupees to one thousand, or with community service is added.