SECTION 304A IPC - Indian Penal Code - Causing death by negligence
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 304A
According to section 304A of Indian penal code, Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 304A in Simple Words
Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code deals with causing death by a rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide, and the punishment is imprisonment up to two years or a fine, or both.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Causing death by rash or negligent act | 2 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Causing death by rash or negligent act
Punishment : 2 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Comments by Users
Abhinash
If many people involved in IPC 304A murder
Case. Then what will be results
Reply by LawRato
The multiple persons accused in a case under Section 304A can be proceeded against by way of Section 34 of the IPC, as per which, for acts done by several persons in furtherance of a common intention, each of such persons is liable for that act in the same manner as if it were done by him alone. Thus, each person will be accused of causing death by negligence.
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FAQ's on IPC Section 304A
What offence is defined under IPC 304A?
IPC 304A Offence: Causing death by rash or negligent act.
What is the punishment for IPC 304A Case?
The punishment for IPC 304A is 2 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 304A cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 304A is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 304A offence?
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Is IPC 304A bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 304A is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 304A be tried?
IPC 304A is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.