IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 306 IPC

Abetment of suicide

Offence

If any person commits suicide, whoever abets the commission of such suicide,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: ten years.
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FAQ — Section 306 IPC

Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Abetment of suicide”. 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 ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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.