What is the punishment for Dhara 277?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 277 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a Bailable offense.

Is Dhara 277 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 277 cases?

Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the Any Magistrate.

Can IPC Section 277 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 277 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Fouling water of public spring or reservoir.—

Section

277

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Non-cognizable

Bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Any Magistrate

Bare Act Text

277. Fouling water of public spring or reservoir.— Whoever voluntarily corrupts or fouls the water of any public spring or reservoir, so as to render it less fit for the purpose for which it is ordinarily used, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

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