IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 87 IPC

Act not intended and not known to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt, done by consent

Offence

Nothing which is not intended to cause death, or grievous hurt, and which is not known by the doer to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt, is an offence by reason of any harm which it may cause, or be intended by the doer to cause, to any person, above eighteen years of age, who has given consent, whether express or implied, to suffer that harm;
Or by reason of any harm which it may be known by the doer to be likely to cause to any such person who has consented to take the risk of that harm.

Punishment summary

  • Punishment may include death.
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FAQ — Section 87 IPC

Section 87 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Act not intended and not known to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt, done by consent”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Nothing which is not intended to cause death, or grievous hurt, and which is not known by the doer to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt, is an offence by reason of any harm which it may cause, or be intended by the doer to cause, to any person, above eighteen years of age, who has given consent, whether express or implied, to suffer that harm; Or by reason of any harm which it may be known by the doer to be likely to cause to any such person who has consented to take the risk of that har

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.