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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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  1. Description of IPC Section 144
  2. IPC 144 in Simple Words
  3. IPC Section 144 related FAQs

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 : 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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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.


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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.


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