IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 507 IPC

Criminal intimidation by an anonymous communication

Offence

Whoever commits the offence of criminal intimidation by an anonymous communication, or having taken precaution to conceal the name or abode of the person from whom the threat comes,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, in addition to the punishment provided for the offence by the last preceding section.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 507 IPC

Section 507 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Criminal intimidation by an anonymous communication”. 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 two years, in addition to the punishment provided for the offence by the last preceding section.

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.