IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 382 IPC

Theft after preparation made for causing death, hurt or restraint in order to the committing of the theft

Offence

Whoever commits theft, having made preparation for causing death, or hurt, or restraint, or fear of death, or of hurt, or of restraint, to any person, in order to the committing of such theft, or in order to the effecting of his escape after the committing of such theft or in order to the retaining of property taken by such theft,

Punishment

shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment 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 382 IPC

Section 382 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Theft after preparation made for causing death, hurt or restraint in order to the committing of the theft”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment 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.

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