Indian Penal Code, 1860
Punishment for mischief.—
Section
426
Punishment
Imprisonment up to Three Month(s) + Fine
Cognizable
Non-cognizable
Bailable
Bailable
Compoundable
Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Any Magistrate
Bare Act Text
426. Punishment for mischief.—
Whoever commits mischief shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine, or with both.