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SECTION 331 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession, or to compel restoration of property
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 331
According to section 331 of Indian penal code, Whoever voluntarily causes grievous hurt for the purpose of extorting from the sufferer or from any person interested in the sufferer any confession or any information which may lead to the detection of an offence or misconduct, or for the purpose of constraining the sufferer or any person interested in the sufferer to restore or to cause the restoration of any property or valuable security, or to satisfy any claim or demand or to give information which may lead to the restoration of any property or valuable security shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
IPC 331 in Simple Words
Section 331 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone voluntarily causes severe injuries to another person with the purpose of extorting a confession, information, property, or valuables, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to ten years and may also be fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession or information or to compel restoration of property, etc. | 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession or information or to compel restoration of property, etc.
Punishment : 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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FAQ's on IPC Section 331
What offence is defined under IPC 331?
IPC 331 Offence: Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession or information or to compel restoration of property, etc..
What is the punishment for IPC 331 Case?
The punishment for IPC 331 is 10 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 331 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 331 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 331 offence?
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Is IPC 331 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 331 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 331 be tried?
IPC 331 is tried in the court of Court of Session.
