IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 443 IPC

Lurking house-trespass

Offence

Whoever commits house-trespass having taken precautions to conceal such house-trespass from some person who has a right to exclude or eject the trespasser from the building, tent or vessel which is the subject of the trespass, is said to commit “lurking house-trespass”.

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FAQ — Section 443 IPC

Section 443 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Lurking house-trespass”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever commits house-trespass having taken precautions to conceal such house-trespass from some person who has a right to exclude or eject the trespasser from the building, tent or vessel which is the subject of the trespass, is said to commit “lurking house-trespass”.

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.