# The Arms Act, 1959, Section 28: Punishment for use and possession of firearms or imitation firearms in certain cases

- Act: The Arms Act, 1959 (Act 54 of 1959)
- In force from: 1962-10-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/arms-act/section/28/

## Text

Whoever makes or attempts to make any use whatsoever of a firearm or an imitation firearm with intent to resist or prevent the lawful arrest or detention of himself or any other person shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years 1 [and with fine.] Explanation.―In this section the expression "imitation firearm" has the same meaning as in section 6

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