Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) addresses the offense of misconduct in public by an intoxicated individual. According to this section, anyone who, while intoxicated, appears in a public place or unlawfully enters a place and behaves in a manner that causes annoyance to others is subject to punishment. The prescribed penalties include simple imprisonment for up to twenty-four hours, a fine up to one thousand rupees, both, or community service. This offense is classified as non-cognizable and bailable, and it is triable by any magistrate.
For a more detailed understanding, you may refer to the official text of Section 355 in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
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