Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 13
Contempts of the Lawful Authority of Public Servants
Section 225 • Threat of injury to induce person to refrain from applying for protection to public servant
Description
Whoever holds out any threat of injury to any person for the purpose of inducing that person to refrain or desist from making a legal application for protection against any injury to any public servant legally empowered as such to give such protection, or to cause such protection to be given, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 13 (Contempts of the Lawful Authority of Public Servants). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.