CrPC Section 351
Section 351 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973 (India):
Section 351 CrPC — Procedure in cases of contempt of lawful authority of public servants
📜 Text of Section 351:
If any person intentionally offers any insult, or causes interruption, to any public servant who is legally engaged in the discharge of his public functions, such person may be tried for contempt of the lawful authority of public servants in the manner provided by this Chapter.
🔍 Explanation and Key Points:
Context:
This section deals with cases where a person disrespects, insults, or interrupts a public servant who is lawfully performing their duty.
Public Servant:
Any person defined as a public servant under Section 21 of the IPC.
What acts constitute offence under this section?
Intentionally insulting a public servant during official duty.
Causing interruption to the public servant while performing his duties.
Legal Effect:
Such acts are considered contempt of lawful authority.
The person can be tried under the special procedure laid down in the CrPC chapter dealing with offences related to public servants (generally, Sections 340-351).
Objective:
To maintain respect and authority of public servants and ensure they can perform their duties without obstruction or insult.
⚖️ Practical importance:
Protects officials like police officers, magistrates, government officials from insults or disruptions while doing official work.
Ensures smooth functioning of public services.
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