Section 510 of IPC : Section 510: Misconduct in public by a drunken person

IPC

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, after consuming a significant amount of alcohol at a friend's party, decides to walk home. On his way, he enters a public park and starts shouting loudly, using abusive language, and disturbing the peace of families and children present there. Several people in the park feel annoyed and uncomfortable due to Ravi's behavior. Under Section 510 of the Indian Penal Code 1860, Ravi can be punished with simple imprisonment for up to twenty-four hours, or a fine up to ten rupees, or both, for his misconduct in public while being drunk.

Example 2:

Sunita, heavily intoxicated after a night out, mistakenly enters a private residential complex, which she has no permission to enter. She starts banging on doors and yelling, causing distress and annoyance to the residents. The security personnel and residents are disturbed by her actions and call the police. Under Section 510 of the Indian Penal Code 1860, Sunita can be punished with simple imprisonment for up to twenty-four hours, or a fine up to ten rupees, or both, for her drunken misconduct and trespassing.

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