SECTION 489 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Tampering with property mark with intent to cause injury
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 489
According to section 489 of Indian penal code, Whoever removes, destroys, defaces or adds to any property mark, intending or knowing it to be likely that he may thereby cause injury to any person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Removing destroying or defacing property mark with intent to cause injury | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Removing destroying or defacing property mark with intent to cause injury
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
FAQ's on IPC Section 489
What offence is defined under IPC 489?
IPC 489 Offence: Removing destroying or defacing property mark with intent to cause injury.
What is the punishment for IPC 489 Case?
The punishment for IPC 489 is 1 Year or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 489 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 489 is a Non-Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 489 offence?
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Is IPC 489 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 489 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 489 be tried?
IPC 489 is tried in the court of Any Magistrate.
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