SECTION 387 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, in order to commit extortion
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 387
According to section 387 of Indian penal code, Whoever in order to the committing of extortion, puts or attempts to put any person in fear of death or of grievous hurt to that person or to any other, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Putting or attempting to put a person in fear of death or grievous hurt in order to commit extortion | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Putting or attempting to put a person in fear of death or grievous hurt in order to commit extortion
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What offence is defined under IPC 387?
IPC 387 Offence: Putting or attempting to put a person in fear of death or grievous hurt in order to commit extortion.
What is the punishment for IPC 387 Case?
The punishment for IPC 387 is 7 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 387 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 387 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 387 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 387 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 387 be tried?
IPC 387 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.