The Coast Guard Act, 1978 · IV — OFFENCES

Section 41. Escape from custody

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

41. Escape from custody.— Any person subject to this Act who, being in lawful custody, escapes or attempts to escape, shall, on conviction by a Coast Guard Court, be liable to suffer imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years or such less punishment as is in this Act mentioned.

Source: India Code