SECTION 282 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Conveying person by water for hire in unsafe or overloaded vessel
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 282
According to section 282 of Indian penal code, Whoever knowingly or negligently conveys, or causes to be conveyed for hire, any person by water in any vessel, when that vessel is in such a state or so loaded as to endanger the life of that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.
IPC 282 in Simple Words
According to section 282 of the Indian Penal Code, if someone knowingly or negligently transports any person by water in a vessel that is in an unsafe state or overloaded, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to six months, or a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Conveying for hire any person by water, in a vessel in such a state, or so loaded, as to endanger his life | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Conveying for hire any person by water, in a vessel in such a state, or so loaded, as to endanger his life
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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What offence is defined under IPC 282?
IPC 282 Offence: Conveying for hire any person by water, in a vessel in such a state, or so loaded, as to endanger his life.
What is the punishment for IPC 282 Case?
The punishment for IPC 282 is 6 Months or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 282 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 282 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 282 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 282 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 282 be tried?
IPC 282 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.