IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 387 IPC

Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, in order to commit extortion

Offence

Whoever in order to the committing of extortion, puts or attempts to put any person in fear of death or of grievous hurt to that person or to any other,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: seven years.
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FAQ — Section 387 IPC

Section 387 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, 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 seven 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.