IPC Section 220
IPC Section 220 — Resisting execution of legal process
Text of Section 220:
"Whoever intentionally offers any violence or uses any means whatsoever to deter any public servant from executing any legal process, or to obstruct or resist the execution of such process, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both."
📌 Key points:
Applies when a person intentionally resists or obstructs a public servant who is lawfully executing a legal process (like serving summons, executing a court order, seizure, eviction, etc.).
Resistance can be through violence or any other means.
The offence is punishable by law.
⚖️ Punishment:
Imprisonment for up to 1 year, or
Fine, or
Both imprisonment and fine.
📝 Why is this important?
Ensures that public servants can perform their lawful duties without obstruction.
Protects the legal process from being hindered by unlawful resistance.
Maintains the authority of the judiciary and government officials.
Example:
If a person physically stops a court official from seizing property under a court order, they can be punished under Section 220.
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