IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 344 IPC

Wrongful confinement for ten or more days

Offence

Whoever wrongfully confines any person for ten days, or more,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: three years.
← Sec. 343 All sections Sec. 345 →

FAQ — Section 344 IPC

Section 344 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Wrongful confinement for ten or more days”. 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 three 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.