What is the punishment for Dhara 209?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 209 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 209 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 209 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is Dhara 209 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Non-cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 209 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 209 are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can IPC Section 209 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 209 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Dishonestly making false claim in Court.—

Section

209

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Non-cognizable

Bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

Bare Act Text

209. Dishonestly making false claim in Court.— Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly, or with intent to injure or annoy any person, makes in a Court of Justice any claim which he knows to be false, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, and shall also be liable to fine.