IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 385 IPC

Putting person in fear of injury in order to commit extortion

Offence

Whoever, in order to the committing of extortion, puts any person in fear, or attempts to put any person in fear, of any injury,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 385 IPC

Section 385 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Putting person in fear of injury in order to commit extortion”. 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, 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.