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SECTION 144 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 144
According to section 144 of Indian penal code, 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.
| 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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Legal Questions Answered by Top Lawyers on IPC 144
What is IPC section 144?
Section 144 of Indian Penal Code, 1860 provides as under:
Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon.—Whoever, being armed with any deadly weapon, or with anything which, used as a weapon ....
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S 144 IPC
Dear Client IPC Section 144. Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon.—Whoever, being armed with any deadly weapon, or with anything which, used as a weapon of offence, is likely to caus ....
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Can police stop construction if 144 is imposed
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Once the order has been passed by the SDM order to get stopped the construction, the police is duty bound to follow the same. You can get the order vacated by filing your show cuase at the e ....
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What is the minimum charge of a advocate for section 144?
Joining unlawful assembly armed with deadly weapon.—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 un ....
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difference between Section 144(2) and Section 145 of Cr.pc?
SEC. 145 CrPC is regarding a dispute with regard to the possession of a property. Here physical possession is the main issue.
Sec. 144(2) CrPC is regarding ex-party order in case to emergency to main ....
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Status Quo under u/s 144 (2) of CrPC
Actually the order of the executive magistrate under section 144(2) Cr.P.C is valid for only 2 month.
Otherwise Firstly you have to get a certified copy of the order and petition then filed a crimina ....
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Can being accused in sec144 crpc affect recruitment in gov job
yes your lawyer is right, as an order under section 144 cannot be of a permanent or a semi-permanent nature.
This was held in the case of Acharya Jagdisharanand Avadhut v Police Commissioner, Calcut ....
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What if police gives a notice under section 144(2) CrPC?
May be the other brothers have filed a case under section 144 in that case the court passed a order direction upon the police personnel so they have raised objection.
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FAQ's on IPC Section 144
What offence is defined under IPC 144?
IPC 144 Offence: Joining an unlawful assembly armed with any deadly weapon.
What is the punishment for IPC 144 Case?
The punishment for IPC 144 is 2 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 144 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 144 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 144 offence?
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Is IPC 144 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 144 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 144 be tried?
IPC 144 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
