IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 398 IPC

Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon

Offence

If, at the time of attempting to commit robbery or dacoity, the offender is armed with any deadly weapon, the imprisonment with which such offender

Punishment

shall be punished shall not be less than seven years.

Punishment summary

  • See punishment clause in section text.
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FAQ — Section 398 IPC

Section 398 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished shall not be less than seven years.

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.