Section 174 of IPC : Section 174: Non-attendance in obedience to an order from public servant

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi receives a summons from the local police station to appear as a witness in a theft case. The summons clearly states that he must be present at the police station at 10:00 AM on a specific date. Ravi, despite being legally bound to attend, decides not to go to the police station on the given date and time. By intentionally omitting to attend, Ravi has committed an offense under Section 174 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860.

Example 2:

Priya is served with a notice from the Municipal Corporation to attend a hearing regarding a property dispute. The notice specifies that she must be present at the Municipal Office at 11:00 AM on a particular day. Priya attends the hearing but leaves the office at 10:30 AM, before the hearing is officially concluded. By departing from the...

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