IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 149 IPC

Every member of unlawful assembly guilty of offence committed in prosecution of common object

Offence

If an offence is committed by any member of an unlawful assembly in prosecution of the common object of that assembly, or such as the members of that assembly knew to be likely to be committed in prosecution of that object, every person who, at the time of the committing of that offence, is a member of the same assembly, is guilty of that offence.

← Sec. 148 All sections Sec. 150 →

FAQ — Section 149 IPC

Section 149 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Every member of unlawful assembly guilty of offence committed in prosecution of common object”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If an offence is committed by any member of an unlawful assembly in prosecution of the common object of that assembly, or such as the members of that assembly knew to be likely to be committed in prosecution of that object, every person who, at the time of the committing of that offence, is a member of the same assembly, is guilty of that offence.

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.