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SECTION 326 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 326
According to section 326 of Indian penal code, Whoever, except in the case provided for by section 335, voluntarily causes grievous hurt by means of any instrument for shooting, stabbing or cutting, or any instrument which, used as a weapon of offence, is likely to cause death, or by means of fire or any heated substance, or by means of any poison or any corrosive substance, or by means of any explosive substance, or by means of any substance which it is deleterious to the human body to inhale, to swallow, or to receive into the blood, or by means of any animal, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
IPC 326 in Simple Words
Section 326 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone voluntarily causes severe injuries using various dangerous means or instruments, they can be punished with life imprisonment or imprisonment for up to ten years, and may also be fined.
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| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means | Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P. |
Offence : Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means
Punishment : Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P.
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How to get bail in the case of sec 326 from court
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Advocate Vishal Sharma
Green Park Area, Panipat
How much time does it take to get bail in IPC 326 case
Dear Client,
Bail is not granted automatically. your advocate needs to apply for the same and court after referring the bail application, FIR and statements will grant the bail.
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My fiance got arrested under 326 !!!
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Advocate Maithili Khamkar
Thane West, Mumbai
Sir there is a criminal case filled on me in 2018 when i was under age 18.....with section 326 147ip
compromise matters will not reflect in criminal records of a person. you will not have problems for passport and visa.
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FAQ's on IPC Section 326
What offence is defined under IPC 326?
IPC 326 Offence: Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means.
What is the punishment for IPC 326 Case?
The punishment for IPC 326 is Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 326 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 326 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 326 offence?
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Is IPC 326 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 326 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 326 be tried?
IPC 326 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class; Session in M.P..
