SECTION 312 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Causing miscarraige
Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 312
According to section 312 of Indian penal code, Whoever voluntarily causes a woman with child to miscarry, shall if such miscarriage be not caused in good faith for the purpose of saving the life of the woman, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both; and, if the woman be quick with child, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
IPC 312 in Simple Words
Section 312 of the Indian Penal Code states that anyone who voluntarily causes a woman to miscarry, except in good faith to save her life, can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, or a fine, or both; if the woman is pregnant and the miscarriage is caused when the fetus is developed, the punishment can be imprisonment for up to seven years, and may also be fined.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Causing miscarriage | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
If the woman be quick with child | 7 Years + Fine | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Causing miscarriage
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Offence : If the woman be quick with child
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What offence is defined under IPC 312?
IPC 312 Offence: Causing miscarriage.
What is the punishment for IPC 312 Case?
The punishment for IPC 312 is 3 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 312 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 312 is a Non-Cognizable.
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Is IPC 312 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 312 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 312 be tried?
IPC 312 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.