Section 226 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with attempt to commit suicide to compel or restraint exercise of lawful power. It replaces IPC 309 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 226 is non-cognizable and bailable.
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | Attempt to commit suicide to compel or restraint exercise of lawful power. | Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine, or both, or community service. | Non-cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
226. Whoever attempts to commit suicide with the intent to compel or restrain any public servant from discharging his official duty shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both, or with community service.
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