What is the punishment for Dhara 357?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 357 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to One Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 357 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 357 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is Dhara 357 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 357 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 357 are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can IPC Section 357 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 357 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person.—

Section

357

Punishment

Imprisonment up to One Year(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Non-cognizable

Bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

Bare Act Text

357. Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person.— Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting wrongfully to confine that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.