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SECTION 128 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Public servant voluntarily allowing prisoner of state or war to escape
Last Updated: 01 Mar, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 128
According to section 128 of Indian penal code, Whoever, being a public servant and having the custody of any State prisoner or prisoner of war, voluntarily allows such prisoner to escape from any place in which such prisoner is confined, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public servant voluntarily allowing prisoner of State or war in his custody to escape | Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Public servant voluntarily allowing prisoner of State or war in his custody to escape
Punishment : Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
FAQ's on IPC Section 128
What offence is defined under IPC 128?
IPC 128 Offence: Public servant voluntarily allowing prisoner of State or war in his custody to escape.
What is the punishment for IPC 128 Case?
The punishment for IPC 128 is Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 128 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 128 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 128 offence?
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Is IPC 128 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 128 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 128 be tried?
IPC 128 is tried in the court of Court of Session.
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