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SECTION 364A IPC - Indian Penal Code - Kidnapping for ransom, etc.
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Description of IPC Section 364A
According to section 364A of Indian penal code, Whoever kidnaps or abducts any person or keeps a person in detention after such kidnapping or abduction, and threatens to cause death or hurt to such person, or by his conduct gives rise to a reasonable apprehension that such person may be put to death or hurt, or causes hurt or death to such person in order to compel the Government or any foreign State or international inter-governmental organisation or any other person to do or abstain from doing any act or to pay a ransom, shall be punishable with death or imprisonment for life, and shall also be liable to fine.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidnapping for ransom, etc. | Death or Life + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Kidnapping for ransom, etc.
Punishment : Death or Life + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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Clarification on section 364A IPC
section 364A IPC SAYS Whoever kidnaps any person or keeps a person in detention and threatens to casuse to hurt or death to such person this is the case against you , you have to consult P.C. or v ....
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ChittoorIs Section 364 a bailable offence
No its not bailable but we are specialised in criminal cases and we can get bail for you but first we need to see the case file and copy of charge sheet and FIR as well . Rest all the procedure we wil ....
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What punishment will be given in case IPC 364 man got mother abducted?
Section 364 in The Indian Penal Code
364. Kidnapping or abducting in order to murder.—Whoever kidnaps or abducts any person in order that such person may be murdered or may be so disposed of as to b ....
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Wife filed FIR under section 364 time taken for submission in court
Dear Client,
As per your query. The allegations under section 364 I.P.C. is registered in the F.I.R.. The Investigation officer will investigate the matter and will submit his report in the court only ....
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How many days does it take to get bail in the case of sec 363 and 364
Both offence are non Bailable, so bail can't claimed as a matter of right. Court will naturally consider the nature of offence and other circumstances while granting bail. Most courts won't gr ....
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FAQ's on IPC Section 364A
What offence is defined under IPC 364A?
IPC 364A Offence: Kidnapping for ransom, etc..
What is the punishment for IPC 364A Case?
The punishment for IPC 364A is Death or Life + Fine.
Is IPC 364A cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 364A is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 364A offence?
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Is IPC 364A bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 364A is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 364A be tried?
IPC 364A is tried in the court of Court of Session.
