IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 294A IPC

Keeping lottery office

Offence

Whoever keeps any office or place for the purpose of drawing any lottery not being a State lottery or a lottery authorised by the State Government,

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 294A IPC

Section 294A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Keeping lottery office”. 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.