I was wrongly accused under Section 353 of the Indian Penal Code. I was released on station bail the day of the incident, without being taken to the Magistrate. I have video proof showing I didn’t assault the complainant, as he claims in his complaint – he actually hit me. Can the accused be released on station bail without appearing before the Magistrate? If the complainant is willing, is a compromise possible?

Under Indian law, an accused can be released on station bail without appearing before the Magistrate in certain non-cognizable offenses, where the police can investigate without making an arrest. However, Section 353 IPC is a cognizable offense, requiring arrest and appearance before the Magistrate. Regarding compromise, while the complainant might be willing, it’s not possible to compromise an offense under Section 353 IPC, as it’s considered a serious offense against public order.