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SECTION 411 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Dishonestly receiving stolen property


Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 411 has been replaced with BNS Section 317 with effect from July 1, 2024.
(IPC Section is included as sub-section in BNS sans heading.)

Please refer to BNS 317 for updated procedures & punishments.

Table of Contents
  1. IPC 411 in Simple Words
  2. Talk to a Lawyer
  3. IPC Section 411 related FAQs

Whoever dishonestly receives or retains any stolen property, knowing or having reason to believe the same to be stolen property, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.

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IPC 411 in Simple Words

If someone knowingly receives or keeps stolen property, while knowing or believing it to be stolen, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, a fine or both.

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Offence : Dishonestly receiving stolen property knowing it to be stolen


Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both


Cognizance : Cognizable


Bail : Non-Bailable


Triable : Any Magistrate



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 411 of the CRPC?

He can refer any matter that he is handling to a Magistrate who is subordinate. He can also withdraw or recall any cases he has handed over to a Magistrate.


What is the landmark Judgement on 411 IPC?

The Supreme Court ruled that in order to convict under Section 411 IPC it is necessary to prove that the accused knew that the property involved was stolen. 7 Sept 2022


Is 379 411 IPC bailable or not?

The nature of section 379 IPC includes non-bailable and cognizable offenses, as well as non-compoundable offences that can be tried by the magistrate.


What is Section 511 of the IPC?

IPC Section 511: Punishment of attempting to commit an offence punishable by imprisonment for life, or any other type of imprisonment