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IPC Section 144 - Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Whoever, being armed with any deadly weapon, or with anything which, used as a weapon of offence, is likely to cause death, is a member of an unlawful assembly, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 144 in Simple Words
If someone, while being armed with a deadly weapon or anything likely to cause death, is part of an unlawful assembly, they can be punished with up to two years in jail, a fine, or both.
Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joining an unlawful assembly armed with any deadly weapon | 2 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Joining an unlawful assembly armed with any deadly weapon
Punishment : 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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