BNSS Section 224 - Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of case.
Description of BNSS Section 224 - Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of case.
If the complaint is made to a Magistrate who is not competent to take cognizance of the offence, he shall,
- (a) if the complaint is in writing, return it for presentation to the proper Court with an endorsement to that effect;
- (b) if the complaint is not in writing, direct the complainant to the proper Court.
| Offence | Attempt to commit suicide to compel or restraint exercise of lawful power. |
| Punishment | imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine or with both or with community service. |
| Cognizance | Non- cognizable |
| Bail | Bailable |
| Triable | Any Magistrate. |