Whoever being a Police Officer vexatiously and unnecessarily detains, searches or arrest any person shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to_____________?
Correct answer: D. 5 years with fine
- A. None of the above
- B. 7 years with fine
- C. 10 years with fine
- D. 5 years with fine
Explanation
Vexatious or unnecessary detention, search, or arrest by a police officer is punishable by imprisonment extending to five years, along with a fine. The provision targets misuse of police coercive powers.
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