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SECTION 413 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Habitually dealing in stolen property


Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 413 has been replaced with BNS Section 317 with effect from July 1, 2024.

Please refer to BNS 317 for updated procedures & punishments.

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  1. IPC 413 in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 413 related FAQs
Whoever habitually receives or deals in property which he knows or has reason to believe to be stolen property, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.



IPC 413 in Simple Words

If someone regularly receives or trades stolen property knowing that it is stolen, they can be punished with imprisonment for life or up to ten years, and may also face a fine.

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Offence : Habitually dealing in stolen property


Punishment : Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine


Cognizance : Cognizable


Bail : Non-Bailable


Triable : Court of Session



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 143 IPC?

Description. Anyone who is a part of an illegal assembly will be punished by either imprisonment for a period that can extend up to six months or fines, or both.


Is 414 IPC bailable or not?

The Session Court has jurisdiction to try the offenses of this section.


How is habitually dealing in stolen property an offence punishable under section 413 of the Indian Penal Code triable?

How can the Indian Penal Code section 413 punish habitually dealing with stolen property?


Which is not stolen property?

A property that is obtained through fraud or cheating cannot be called stolen. 23 Dec 2019