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IPC Section 439 - Punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc.
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 328 for updated procedures & punishments.
Whoever intentionally runs any vessel aground or ashore, intending to commit theft of any property contained therein or to dishonestly misappropriate any such property, or with intent that such theft or misappropriation of property may be committed, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
IPC 439 in Simple Words
If someone deliberately grounds a vessel with the intention of stealing or dishonestly taking property from it, or with the intent to facilitate such theft or misappropriation, they shall be punished with imprisonment for up to ten years and may also be fined.
Punishment for intentionally running vessel aground or ashore with intent to commit theft, etc.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Running vessel ashore with intent to commit theft, etc. | 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Running vessel ashore with intent to commit theft, etc.
Punishment : 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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