IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 158 IPC

Being hired to take part in an unlawful assembly or riot

Offence

Whoever is engaged, or hired, or offers or attempts to be hired or engaged, to do or assist in doing any of the acts specified in section 141,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: six months.
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FAQ — Section 158 IPC

Section 158 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Being hired to take part in an unlawful assembly or riot”. 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 six months, or with fine, or with both.

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.