IPC Section 459: Grievous Hurt Caused Whilst Committing Lurking House-Trespass Or House-Breaking
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IPC Section 459: Grievous Hurt Caused Whilst Committing Lurking House-Trespass Or House-Breaking
Whoever, whilst committing lurking house-trespass or house-breaking, causes grievous hurt to any person or attempts to cause death or grievous hurt to any person, shall be punished with 1 imprisonment for life, or imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Amendments
- Subs. by Act 26 of 1955, s. 117 and the Sch., for “transportation for life” (w.e.f. 1-1-1956).
-Text In Indian Penal Code
| Offence | Grievous hurt caused whilst committing lurking house-trespass or house-breaking |
| Punishment | Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine |
| Cognizance | Cognizable |
| Bail | Non-bailable |
| Triable By | Court of Session |
| Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
