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SECTION 398 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 398 in Simple Words
If a person attempts to commit robbery or dacoity and is armed with a deadly weapon, they will be punished with imprisonment of at least seven years.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attempt to commit robbery or Dacoity when armed with deadly weapons | Rigorous Imprisonment for not less than 7 Years | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Attempt to commit robbery or Dacoity when armed with deadly weapons
Punishment : Rigorous Imprisonment for not less than 7 Years
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
Section 398. Armed with a deadly weapon, attempt to commit robbery. If the offender was armed with a deadly weapon when he attempted to commit robbery, or dacoity then the punishment for such an offender will not be less than 7 years.
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