Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08
3. Whoever escapes or attempts to escape from any custody in which he is lawfully detained for failing to furnish any security required under Chapter XIX of the Code of Criminal Procedure, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description
222 and 223 of Penal Code to apply to commitments to custody.
Section 222 and 223 of Penal Code to apply to commitments to custody.
Section 222 of Penal Code to escape by person in custody for failing to furnish security.
Punishment for escape by person in custody.
ACT No. IV OF 1867. 15
scription as defined in the Indian Penal Code for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
Source: India Code