IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 103 IPC

When the right of private defence of property extends to causing death

Offence

The right of private defence of property extends, under the restrictions mentioned in section 99, to the voluntary causing of death or of any other harm to the wrong-doer, if the offence, the committing of which, or the attempting to commit which, occasions the exercise of the right, be an offence of any of the descriptions hereinafter enumerated, namely:

Punishment summary

  • Punishment may include death.
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FAQ — Section 103 IPC

Section 103 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “When the right of private defence of property extends to causing death”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

The right of private defence of property extends, under the restrictions mentioned in section 99, to the voluntary causing of death or of any other harm to the wrong-doer, if the offence, the committing of which, or the attempting to commit which, occasions the exercise of the right, be an offence of any of the descriptions hereinafter enumerated, namely:

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

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