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IPC Section 337 - Causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
(Fine is increased from five hundred to five thousand rupees.)
Please refer to BNS 125 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 337 in Simple Words
Section 337 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone causes hurt to another person by acting rashly or negligently, endangering human life or others' safety, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to six months, or a fine of up to five hundred rupees, or both.
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Causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Causing hurt by an act which endangers human life, etc. | 6 Months or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Causing hurt by an act which endangers human life, etc.
Punishment : 6 Months or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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