IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 407 IPC

Criminal breach of trust by carrier, etc.

Offence

Whoever, being entrusted with property as a carrier, wharfinger or warehouse-keeper, commits criminal breach of trust, in respect of such property,

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 407 IPC

Section 407 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Criminal breach of trust by carrier, etc.”. 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.