228. Intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding.- Whoever intentionally offers any insult, or causes any interruption to any public servant, while such public servant is sitting in any stage of a judicial proceeding, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. STATE AMENDMENTS
Andhra Pradesh:
In Andhra Pradesh offence under section 228 is cognizable. [Vide A.P.G.O. Ms. No. 732 , dated 5 - 12 - 1991 ]. |