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SECTION 142 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Being member of unlawful assembly


Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


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  1. IPC 142 in Simple Words
Whoever, being aware of facts which render any assembly an unlawful assembly, intentionally joins that assembly, or continues in it, is said to be a member of an unlawful assembly.



IPC 142 in Simple Words

If someone knows that an assembly is unlawful but still chooses to join or stay in it, they are considered a member of that unlawful assembly.


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Description. Anyone who, knowing that a particular assembly is unlawful, joins it or continues to attend, is considered a member.





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