SECTION 457 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night in order to commit offence punishable with imprisonment

Description of IPC Section 457
According to section 457 of Indian penal code, Whoever commits lurking house-trespass by night, or house-breaking by night 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 five 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 fourteen years.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment | 5 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
If the offence is theft | 14 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment
Punishment : 5 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Offence : If the offence is theft
Punishment : 14 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
FAQ's on IPC Section 457
What offence is defined under IPC 457?
IPC 457 Offence: Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night in order to the commission of an offence punishable with imprisonment.
What is the punishment for IPC 457 Case?
The punishment for IPC 457 is 5 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 457 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 457 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 457 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 457 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 457 be tried?
IPC 457 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.