285. 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 five thousand rupees.
BNS Section 285: Danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation
Section 285 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation. It replaces IPC 283 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 285 is cognizable and bailable.
Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 285 | Causing danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation. | Fine of 5,000 rupees. | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 285
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 283: Danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation
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