What is the punishment for Dhara 461?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 461 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Two Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 461 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 461 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is Dhara 461 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 461 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 461 are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can IPC Section 461 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 461 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Dishonestly breaking open receptacle containing property.—

Section

461

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

461. Dishonestly breaking open receptacle containing property.— Whoever dishonestly or with intent to commit mischief, breaks open or unfastens any closed receptacle which contains or which he believes to contain property, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.