What is the punishment for Dhara 7?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Definition / General Principle / Repealed.

Is IPC 7 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a N/A offense.

Is Dhara 7 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is N/A.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 7 cases?

Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the N/A.

Can IPC Section 7 be compromised (Compoundable)?

The compoundable nature of this offense, meaning whether the parties can settle it out of court, is classified as: Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions).

IPC Section 7 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Sense of expression once explained.—

Section

Punishment

Definition / General Principle / Repealed

Cognizable

N/A

Bailable

N/A

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

N/A

Bare Act Text

7. Sense of expression once explained.— Every expression which is explained in any part of this Code is used in every part of this Code in conformity with the explanation.

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