Section 357 of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 View Chapter 16

Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person

Of Criminal Force and Assault

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Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting wrongfully to confine that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.