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SECTION 117 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Abetting commission of offence by the public or by more than ten persons
Last Updated: 01 Jan, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 117 has been replaced with BNS Section 57 with effect from July 1, 2024.
(Imprisonment is increased from three years to seven years.)
Please refer to BNS 57 for updated procedures & punishments.
(Imprisonment is increased from three years to seven years.)
Please refer to BNS 57 for updated procedures & punishments.
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Whoever abets the commission of an offence by the public generally or by any number or class of persons exceeding ten, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 117 in Simple Words
If someone encourages a large group of people (more than ten) to commit a crime, they can be punished with up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abetting the commission of an offence by the public, or by more than ten persons | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Same As Offence | Same As Offence | Same As Offence |
Offence : Abetting the commission of an offence by the public, or by more than ten persons
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Same As Offence
Bail : Same As Offence
Triable : Same As Offence
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