IPC Section 172

According to Section 172 of the Indian Penal Code, whoever absconds to avoid the service of an order, summons, or notice issued by any public servant or any other proceeding, or disobeys any order, summons, or notice in which he himself or the agent has been asked to appear in court and does not appear, is considered a criminal under Indian law.

Provision of Punishment Under Section 172

Under Section 172 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), there is a provision for a punishment of one month's simple imprisonment or a fine of up to five hundred rupees for offenses such as absconding to avoid summons or other proceedings. However, if the presence of a person is required in the summons or notice of the court and any person violates it, there is a provision for simple imprisonment for six months or a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both types of punishment.

Crime Category of Section 172

Crimes committed under Section 172 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) are included in the category of non-cognizable crimes. In such cases, the police cannot start an investigation without the permission of the court. Not only that, but in such cases, a warrant is also required to arrest a criminal. Cases registered under Section 172 can be heard before any magistrate, regardless of their category.

Provision of Bail Under Section 172

All crimes committed under Section 172 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) fall into the category of bailable offenses. This means that if a person is arrested in a case under Section 172, they can be released on bail immediately.