
Indian Penal Code, 1860
Definition of “harbour” in sections 212, 216 and 216A.] Rep. by the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1942 (8 of 1942), s. 3.
Section
216B
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Definition / General Principle / Repealed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
216B. Definition of “harbour” in sections 212, 216 and 216A.] Rep. by the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1942 (8 of 1942), s. 3.
What is IPC Section 216B ?
According to the official bare act, this legal offense is defined as: 216B. Definition of “harbour” in sections 212, 216 and 216A.] Rep. by the Indian Penal Code (Amendment) Act, 1942 (8 of 1942), s. 3.
What is the punishment for Dhara 216B ?
The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Definition / General Principle / Repealed
Is IPC 216B bailable or non-bailable?
Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a N/A offense.
Is Dhara 216B a cognizable offense?
The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense isN/A.
Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 216B cases?
Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the N/A.
Can IPC Section 216B 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).

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