SECTION 454 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking in order to commit offence punishable with imprisonment
Last Updated: 01 Mar, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 454
According to section 454 of Indian penal code, Whoever commits lurking house-trespass or house-breaking, in order to the committing of any offence punishable with imprisonment, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine; and if the offence intended to be committed is theft, the term of the imprisonment may be extended to ten years.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment | 3 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Any Magistrate |
If the offence be theft | 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment
Punishment : 3 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
Offence : If the offence be theft
Punishment : 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
FAQ's on IPC Section 454
What offence is defined under IPC 454?
IPC 454 Offence: Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment.
What is the punishment for IPC 454 Case?
The punishment for IPC 454 is 3 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 454 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 454 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 454 offence?
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Is IPC 454 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 454 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 454 be tried?
IPC 454 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
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