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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 Nov, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 117
According to section 117 of Indian penal code, 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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I think you should file an application for discharge to court or you can approach high court for quashing the FIR if the case is still pending.
If you have accepted the charges and paid fine it means ....
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Advocate Mrinalika Devarapalli
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Mumbai
does this ipc effects on govt job verification process?
Dear Sir,
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FAQ's on IPC Section 117
What offence is defined under IPC 117?
IPC 117 Offence: Abetting the commission of an offence by the public, or by more than ten persons.
What is the punishment for IPC 117 Case?
The punishment for IPC 117 is 3 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 117 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 117 is a Same As Offence.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 117 offence?
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Is IPC 117 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 117 is a Same As Offence offence.
In what court can IPC 117 be tried?
IPC 117 is tried in the court of Same As Offence.
