Section 29
Escape from custody.
The Border Security Force Act, 1968
About this Act
An Act to provide for the constitution and regulation of an Armed Force of the Union for ensuring the security of the borders of India and for matters connected therewith.
Any person subject to this Act who, being in lawful custody, escapes or
attempts to escape, shall, on conviction by a Security Force Court, be liable to suffer imprisonment for a
term which may extend to three years or such less punishment as is in this Act mentioned.