IPC Section 314

Indian Penal Code

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IPCChapter XVI

S. 314

Death caused by act done with intent to cause miscarriage

Description

Whoever, with intent to cause the miscarriage of a woman with child, does any act which causes the death of such woman, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine;

If act done without woman’s consent — and if the act is done without the consent of the woman, shall be punished either with imprisonment for life, or with the punishment above mentioned.

...More in Chapter XVI

Classification u/schedule 1 CrPC

Offence

Punishment

  1. Death caused by an act done with intent to cause miscarriage
  2. If act done without woman’s consent
  1. 10 Years + Fine
  2. Life or 10 Years + Fine

Cognizance

Bail

Triable By

  1. Cognizable
  2. Cognizable
  1. Non-Bailable
  2. Non-Bailable
  1. Court of Session
  2. Court of Session

Composition u/s 320 CrPC

Offence is NOT listed under Compoundable Offences

By Raman Devgan
Updated: 31 Oct 2022
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