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Crime
Bihar police officer charged with taking ₹500 bribe to file Section 144 order
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 08:01 AM
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A police official in Bihar has been accused of accepting a ₹500 bribe to file a Section 144 order, prompting a criminal investigation.
A police officer in Bihar has been alleged to have taken a bribe of ₹500 in exchange for filing a Section 144 order, which restricts public assembly. The accusation surfaced after a complaint was lodged with local authorities, leading to the filing of a criminal case under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Investigators have seized relevant documents and are questioning witnesses to verify the claim. The officer, whose identity has not been disclosed, is expected to appear before the court for a preliminary hearing.
Section 144 is often invoked to maintain law and order during sensitive situations, and any misuse of its provisions is taken seriously by the judiciary. The case highlights growing concerns over corruption within law enforcement agencies in the state.
If proven guilty, the officer could face imprisonment, fines, and dismissal from service, in line with statutory penalties for public servants found guilty of corruption.
Investigators have seized relevant documents and are questioning witnesses to verify the claim. The officer, whose identity has not been disclosed, is expected to appear before the court for a preliminary hearing.
Section 144 is often invoked to maintain law and order during sensitive situations, and any misuse of its provisions is taken seriously by the judiciary. The case highlights growing concerns over corruption within law enforcement agencies in the state.
If proven guilty, the officer could face imprisonment, fines, and dismissal from service, in line with statutory penalties for public servants found guilty of corruption.