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SECTION 140 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Wearing garb or carrying token used by soldier, sailor or airman
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 140
According to section 140 of Indian penal code, Whoever, not being a soldier, sailor or airman in the Military, Naval or Air service of the Government of India, wears any garb or carries any token resembling any garb or token used by such a soldier, sailor or airman with the intention that it may be believed that he is such a soldier, sailor or airman, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wearing the dress or carrying any token used by a soldier, sailor or airman with intent that it may be believed that he is such a soldier, sailor or airman | 3 Months or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Wearing the dress or carrying any token used by a soldier, sailor or airman with intent that it may be believed that he is such a soldier, sailor or airman
Punishment : 3 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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FAQ's on IPC Section 140
What offence is defined under IPC 140?
IPC 140 Offence: Wearing the dress or carrying any token used by a soldier, sailor or airman with intent that it may be believed that he is such a soldier, sailor or airman.
What is the punishment for IPC 140 Case?
The punishment for IPC 140 is 3 Months or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 140 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 140 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 140 offence?
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Is IPC 140 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 140 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 140 be tried?
IPC 140 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
