IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 462 IPC

Punishment for same offence when committed by person entrusted with custody

Punishment

Whoever, being entrusted with any closed receptacle which contains or which he believes to contain property without having authority to open the same, dishonestly, or with intent to commit mischief, breaks open or unfastens that receptacle, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: three years.
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FAQ — Section 462 IPC

Section 462 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Punishment for same offence when committed by person entrusted with custody”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Whoever, being entrusted with any closed receptacle which contains or which he believes to contain property without having authority to open the same, dishonestly, or with intent to commit mischief, breaks open or unfastens that receptacle, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three 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.