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SECTION 317 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Exposure and abandonment of child under twelve years, by parent or person having care of it
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 317 in Simple Words
Section 317 of the Indian Penal Code states that anyone who is the parent or caretaker of a child under twelve years and intentionally leaves the child in a place with the intention of completely abandoning them can be punished with imprisonment for up to seven years, or a fine, or both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exposure of a child under 12 Years of age by parent or person having care of it with intention of wholly abandoning it | 7 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P. |
Offence : Exposure of a child under 12 Years of age by parent or person having care of it with intention of wholly abandoning it
Punishment : 7 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P.
If a father or mother, or someone who has care for such a child, exposes or leaves such a child anywhere with the intent to abandon such child completely, they will be punished by imprisonment in either category, which can extend up to seven years.
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