IPC Section 357. Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person

Category of Bare Act Name of the Act Year of Promulgation
Criminal Laws Indian Penal Code 1860
Act Number Enactment Date Chapter Number
45 06.10.1860 16
Chapter Title Sub-Chapter Legislated by
Of Offence Affecting The Human Body - Parliament of India

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting wrongfully to confine that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Offence Description Punishment provided Cognizable/Non-Cognizable
Assault or use of criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person. Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine of 1000 rupees or both. Cognisable
Bailable/Non-Bailable Trial Court Details Compoundable/Non-Compoundable
Non-Bailable Court of Session Non-Compoundable
Compoundable by Whom Concerned Ministry Concerned Department
Non-Compoundable Ministry of Home Affairs Department of Internal Security