Indian Penal Code, 1860
Punishment for theft.—
Section
379
Punishment
Imprisonment up to Three Year(s) + Fine
Cognizable
Cognizable
Bailable
Non-bailable
Compoundable
Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Magistrate First Class
Bare Act Text
379. Punishment for theft.—
Whoever commits theft shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.