IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 345 IPC

Wrongful confinement of person for whose liberation writ has been issued

Offence

Whoever keeps any person in wrongful confinement, knowing that a writ for the liberation of that person has been duly issued,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years in addition to any term of imprisonment to which he may be liable under any other section of this Chapter.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years in addition to any term of imprisonment to which he may be liable under any other section of this Chapter..
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FAQ — Section 345 IPC

Section 345 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Wrongful confinement of person for whose liberation writ has been issued”. 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 two years in addition to any term of imprisonment to which he may be liable under any other section of this Chapter.

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.