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SECTION 288 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Negligent conduct with respect to pulling down or repairing buildings
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 288
According to section 288 of Indian penal code, Whoever, in pulling down or repairing any building, knowingly or negligently omits to take such order with that building as is sufficient to guard against any probable danger to human life from the fall of that building, or of any part thereof, 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 288 in Simple Words
Section 288 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone, while demolishing or repairing a building, knowingly or negligently fails to take proper precautions to prevent any potential danger to human life from the building's collapse, they can be punished with imprisonment of up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A person omitting to guard against probable danger to human life by the fall of any building over which he has a right entitling him to pull it down or repair it | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : A person omitting to guard against probable danger to human life by the fall of any building over which he has a right entitling him to pull it down or repair it
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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FAQ's on IPC Section 288
What offence is defined under IPC 288?
IPC 288 Offence: A person omitting to guard against probable danger to human life by the fall of any building over which he has a right entitling him to pull it down or repair it.
What is the punishment for IPC 288 Case?
The punishment for IPC 288 is 6 Months or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 288 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 288 is a Non-Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 288 offence?
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Is IPC 288 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 288 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 288 be tried?
IPC 288 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
