What is the punishment for Dhara 344?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 344 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Three Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 344 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 344 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is Dhara 344 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 344 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 344 are triable by the Magistrate First Class.

Can IPC Section 344 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 344 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Wrongful confinement for ten or more days.—

Section

344

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Three Year(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Bailable

Non-bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Magistrate First Class

Bare Act Text

344. Wrongful confinement for ten or more days.— Whoever wrongfully confines any person for ten days, or more, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.