According to section 283 of Indian penal code:- Whoever, by doing any act, or by omitting to take order with any property in his possession or under his charge, causes danger, obstruction or injury to any person in any public way or public line of navigation, shall be punished, with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees.
Classification of Offence
| Offence Description | Punishment provided | Cognizable/Non-Cognizable |
|---|---|---|
| Causing danger, obstruction, or injury in any public way or line of navigation. | Fine of 200 rupees. | Cognizable |
| Bailable/Non-Bailable | Trial Court Details | Compoundable/Non-Compoundable |
| Bailable | Any Magistrate. | Non-Compoundable |
| Compoundable by Whom | Concerned Ministry | Concerned Department |
| Non-Compoundable | Ministry of Home Affairs | Department of Internal Security |
283 IPC Case Laws (Supreme Court and High Courts)
Zorawar Singh & Anr vs Gurbax Singh Bains & Ors on 4 December, 2014
FAQs on Section 283 of the Indian Penal Code
Section 283 of the Indian Penal Code deals with the offense of causing danger, obstruction, or injury to any person in any public way or public line of navigation by doing any act or omitting to take proper care of property in one’s possession or charge.
The offense under Section 283 is committed when an individual’s actions or omissions cause danger, obstruction, or injury to any person using a public way (such as a road) or a public line of navigation (such as a waterway).
The punishment for the offense under Section 283 of the IPC is a fine that may extend up to two hundred rupees.
The offense under Section 283 is cognizable, which means that the police have the authority to arrest the accused without a warrant and can initiate an investigation without seeking the court’s permission.
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