SECTION 127 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 and 126
Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 127
According to section 127 of Indian penal code, Whoever receives any property knowing the same to have been taken in the commission of any of the offences mentioned in sections 125 and 126, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine and to forfeiture of the property so received.
IPC 127 in Simple Words
If someone receives property knowing it was taken during the commission of certain offenses (mentioned in sections 125 and 126), they can be punished with imprisonment of up to seven years, fined, and the property can be forfeited.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 And 126 | 7 Years + Fine + forfeiture of property | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 And 126
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine + forfeiture of property
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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What offence is defined under IPC 127?
IPC 127 Offence: Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 And 126.
What is the punishment for IPC 127 Case?
The punishment for IPC 127 is 7 Years + Fine + forfeiture of property.
Is IPC 127 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 127 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 127 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 127 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 127 be tried?
IPC 127 is tried in the court of Court of Session.