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SECTION 436 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent destroy house, etc.
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 436 in Simple Words
If someone intentionally causes damage to any building used as a place of worship, human dwelling, or property storage using fire or explosive substance, they may be punished with imprisonment for life or up to ten years and may also be fined.
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| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy house etc. | Imprisonment for Life, or 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy house etc.
Punishment : Imprisonment for Life, or 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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What is the IPC section 436?
Anyone who commits mischief with fire or explosive substances, knowing or intending that it is likely to destroy a building used for worship, human habitation, or for the custody or property of property will be punished by imprisonment for one year.
What is Section 436 of the Code of criminal Procedure?
According to Section 436(1), if an alleged crime can be bailed, the accused has a right to bail, whether before a police officer or if the case was referred to a Magistrate court. Bail is not a favor, but a right for those charged with bailable offenses. 23 Dec 2022
How do I get bail in 436 IPC?
(1) Any person, other than an accused person of a non bailable offence, who is arrested, detained or brought before a court without a warrant, is prepared to be bailed at any point during the proceedings before the Court or while the person is in the custody of that officer.
What is Section 437 of the IPC?
Anyone who commits mischief on a decked vessel (or any vessel with a load of 20 tons or more) intending to destroy it or make it unsafe, or knowing that this is likely to happen, will be punished by imprisonment for up to 10 years.
