Indian Penal Code, 1860
Kidnapping.—
Section
359
Punishment
Depends on original offence
Cognizable
Depends on original offence
Bailable
Depends on original offence
Compoundable
Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Depends on original offence
Bare Act Text
359. Kidnapping.—
Kidnapping is of two kinds: kidnapping from India, and kidnapping from lawful guardianship.
What is IPC Section 359 ?
According to the official bare act, this legal offense is defined as: 359. Kidnapping.—
Kidnapping is of two kinds: kidnapping from India, and kidnapping from lawful guardianship.
What is the punishment for Dhara 359 ?
The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Depends on original offence
Is IPC 359 bailable or non-bailable?
Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a Depends on original offence offense.
Is Dhara 359 a cognizable offense?
The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense isDepends on original offence.
Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 359 cases?
Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the Depends on original offence.
Can IPC Section 359 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).
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