Description of IPC Section 379
According to section 379 of Indian penal code, Whoever commits theft shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theft | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Theft
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
FAQ's on IPC Section 379
What offence is defined under IPC 379?
IPC 379 Offence: Theft.
What is the punishment for IPC 379 Case?
The punishment for IPC 379 is 3 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 379 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 379 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 379 offence?
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Is IPC 379 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 379 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 379 be tried?
IPC 379 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
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Legal Questions Answered by Top Lawyers on IPC 379
A mentally ill man has been acussed of section 379 and 411. Can he get bail? If yes, on what basis? What else can be done in this case?
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Yes he can file bail application. As per your statement he is mentally ill so file medical papers of him by certified government doctor which will be a great step for his bail. So if you want to release him on bail try.
From which state this case has. And if you want any other quarry meet me.
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During an altercation inside my house premises one of the three accused snatched my mobile phone and ran away. While running away he threw my mobile on road outside my home. His motive was to restrain me to call police. Later on some people of neighbourhood collected the battery and sim and cover along with instrument and handed it over to me. My question is whether 379/380 is applicable or not.
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yes it will attract the section 379/380 as His motive was to restrain you to call police. Later on some people of neighbourhood collected the battery and sim and cover along with instrument and handed it over to me
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Advocate Sumit Kumar
Saket District Court, Delhi
the incident happened in year 2015, with several evidences may I file a criminal case with section 379 theft of house items? Please asist
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hi sir /madam please can u tell me about the case u/s sec 379 or 411about the punishement ,imprisonment and also how much amount fine for that case for the property 2L please tell me the complete details
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This is suggestion only. The punishment under sec.379 IPC is imprisonment for 3years or fine or both.The punishment under sec.411 IPC imprisonment 3 years or fine or both.The both above sec.s are compoundable . The property recovered under above case. Pl.contact your advocate.
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FIR made by a person against the stolen of Jewelry. Complainant mention the name of suspected person (maid servant, cook etc.) in the FIR. A notice served by the A.C.J upon the complainant for appearing before the court (a fixed date and time mentioned) for providing him an opportunity to be heard at the time of consideration of the 'Final Report' submitted by the I.O. Now the complainant withdraw the case or withdraw the complaint. What is the procedure for withdrawing the case or complaint?
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In some cases Sec.379 IPC is a Compoundable Offence, so the complainant can file a petition u/sec.320 Cr.P.C. in the Court by serving a copy to the Public Prosecutor. Where the value of property stolen does not exceed two thousand rupees the owner of the property can file, also more amount it is duly permissible by the court. ....Read More
sir mene kai bar ret mafiyao k khilaf complaint ki police ne kai bar karrwai bhi ki....lekin sir is bar ret mafiyao or police ne milkr k 379 k tahat farzi case mujhpr hi bana diya h me kya kru sir?mene anticipatory bail k liye bhi apply kiya lekin dismiss ho gyi....
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Don't worry this is a bailable offense. First you go to jurisdiction Court and apply for regular bail and fight in trail with all circumstances which in your favor. In charge sheet if created false then confirm prosecution will not proved.
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Advocate Pramendra Jain
Jail Road, Indore
During an altercation one of the three accused snatched my mobile phone and ran away from my cabin. He dismantled my cellphone and threw the sims , battery and instrument on road. His motive was to restrain me from calling police. Later on some of my neighbours who saw him doing so, collected parts of my cellphone and handed over to me. My question is that if 379 ipc is applicable in this case or not. If yes then on what basis?
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It is covered under 379IPC and other IPC sections. Please read IPC 379 , it says 'Displacement" so I need to know the full instance for better guidance and proper FIR. Please call for the legal suggestion.
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Advocate Sunil Kumar Mallan
Section - 47C, Chandigarh
When seniour geologist mines geology filed a case in police station on 15 tractor building stone under kmmcr act 42, 43 and 379ipc, then it can be compoundable means can be compromised when it after charge sheet and case still not yet got charge in court, can he take case back by compromising, shal court allow for discharging this case
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Hi ..if offences are compoundable in nature then definitely you can close the case with approval of the court. in some cases if complainant is ready to close the case earlier then you can close the case in fir stage only.
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How to file bail for a victim who is in jail for sec 379 and sec 411.
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punishment for theft and dishonesty receiving stolen property.... Seema ko batana Chahunga ki aapke is Kasme punishment of the hardest honestly receiving stolen property ke liye banaa hai kindly aap apna ka text copy send kijiye Mere WhatsApp number per contact me
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Advocate Sushmita Singh
Kankarbagh, Patna
Sir, I joined a bank as assistant Manager but a case is pending under trail since 2011 in A,C.J.M. court. At present, I have been granted bail with two others. I have not disclose this fact with bank management and also not declare in the attestation form and affidavit at the time of joining this service. Any how if the matter came in the notice of bank management can they apply C.C.S. Conduct Rules and terminate my service under rule 5 (1) of the Central Civil Services Rule 1965?
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No your service is not terminate because it is rule in jurisprudence that if the accused is not declared guilty by the court of law he or she will not be treated as accused by any government office or a private office.Because the case is pending you do or job and don't be panic unless and until the case is decided.
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Advocate Shivam Mishra
Daliganj, Lucknow
I am from Chennai...One of my friend has been arrested under ipc 379 & 411. The background of the case is , he is mobile shop owner & his shop located near railway station, due to business competition, he was trapped by influencing police and taken under custody under 379&411. It has been a week since he has been arrested and we really don't know what to do. Pls suggest
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hi sir madam.
no problem give me the details we will fight and now your friend got bail or still in jail, anyway contact advocate they will guide u
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Hi I wanted to know exactly how many days and how much money would be required to get the person out of jail,convicted under ipc 379/411 . Brief about the case: A phone was taken away from office because of utter frustration and anger of seviour salary pain as not paid for more than two months.However the accused returned the phone on next day by himself while self realizing that it was not the right thing/shameful act because others property. Though the phone owner accepted appology as colleague at work, but Police got involved and FIR /case filed under 379/411 ipc and sent to jail. So please be advised as how this case could be closed before chargesheet filed.and if possible ,be advised how much fee would be required(maximum) to finish the case.Please be reasonable
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There are two methods by which this case can be terminated. The first by means of Section 320 of CrPC and the Second by means of Section 482 of CrPC. The 1st procees will be successful only if the value of the property is less than 2000.
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I have lodged F.I.R. against some one in the subjected Section. Now getting pressure form various Persons for Compromise. Can it possible without Court Consent.
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Not all the sections mentioned by you relate to compoundable offences. You are definitely free to enter into a compromise however the FIR may not be simply cancelled. The parties can approach the High Court for quashing of the FIR on the basis of the compromise.
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