# The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, Section 185: Punishment for contravention of provisions

- Act: The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (Act 31 of 2016)
- Ministry: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/insolvency-bankruptcy-code-2016/section/185/

## Text

If an insolvency professional deliberately contravenes the provisions of this Part, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, which shall not be less than one lakh rupees, but may extend to five lakhs rupees, or with both.

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