Public Intoxication Offender Sentenced to Community Service under 355 BNS by Hon’ble Court in case of Police Station Billawar

Kathua 27 October :- In a  move under the BNS (New Criminal Laws), Kathua Police in Police Station Billawar has led to the conviction of   person namely Om Parkash S/O Munsi Ram  R/O Dharamkot Tehsil Billawar Distt. Kathua for public intoxication and disorderly conduct. The Hon’ble Court of JMIC Billawar delivered the verdict today, marking a progressive step towards reformative justice.

                  The incident  took place on 26.10.2025, in  the jurisdiction of the Police station Billawar, where the accused person was found intoxicated and creating a public disturbance. He was  promptly arrested, subjected to a medical examination, and presented before the concerned Judicial Magistrate.

                    Rather than imposing traditional imprisonment, the court opted for community service as a corrective measure. The  said person  convictions has  been directed to perform community service at court Complex Billawar which include the removal of bushes infront of New Court Complex Billawar for today.

                       This provision under the new criminal laws emphasizes rehabilitation and community engagement for minor offenses, promoting reform over punishment. The effort by Kathua  Police demonstrates a shift toward a more constructive approach in addressing public misdemeanors, setting a precedent for similar cases in the future.