What is IPC Section 161?

IPC Section 161 deals with the legal offense of '[Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official act.] Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.'. According to the official bare act, it is defined as: 161. [Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official act.] Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.

What is the punishment for Dhara 161?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 161 is specifically outlined as: Definition / General Principle / Repealed.

Is IPC 161 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 161 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a N/A offense.

Is Dhara 161 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is N/A.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 161 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 161 are triable by the N/A.

Can IPC Section 161 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 161 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

[Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official act.] Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.

Section

161

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Definition / General Principle / Repealed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

161. [Public servant taking a gratification other than legal remuneration, in respect of an official act.] Rep. by the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (49 of 1988), s. 31.