Table of Contents
Description of IPC Section 376D
According to section 376D of Indian penal code, Where a woman is raped by one or more persons constituting a group or acting in furtherance of a common intention, each of those persons shall be deemed to have committed the offence of rape and shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to life which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person?s natural life, and with fine;
Provided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim;
Provided further that any fine imposed under this section shall be paid to the victim.
1 Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gang rape | Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine paid to the victim | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Gang rape
Punishment : Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine paid to the victim
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-bailable
Triable : Court of Session
FAQ's on IPC Section 376D
What offence is defined under IPC 376D?
IPC 376D Offence: Gang rape.
What is the punishment for IPC 376D Case?
The punishment for IPC 376D is Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine paid to the victim.
Is IPC 376D cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 376D is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 376D offence?
Use LawRato for filing/defending your case under IPC 376D with the help of best criminal lawyers near you.
Is IPC 376D bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 376D is a Non-bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 376D be tried?
IPC 376D is tried in the court of Court of Session.
Related Topics
- What is Cognizable and Non-Cognizable Offence?
- What is a Compoundable and Non Compoundable offence?
- HOW CAN I WITHDRAW CASE OF SECTION 376 FILED
- Maximum time taken by police to arrest accused under IPC 376
- What is maximum time required to file charge sheet under section 376
- Boy built physical relation on promise to marry now denying it
- Sensitive Case sec-376 how to defend
