IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 127 IPC

Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 and 126

Offence

Whoever receives any property knowing the same to have been taken in the commission of any of the offences mentioned in sections 125 and 126,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine and to forfeiture of the property so received.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: seven years.
  • Fine: and to forfeiture of the property so received.
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FAQ — Section 127 IPC

Section 127 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 and 126”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine and to forfeiture of the property so received.

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

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.