What is the punishment for Dhara 83?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Depends on original offence.

Is IPC 83 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a Depends on original offence offense.

Is Dhara 83 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Depends on original offence.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 83 cases?

Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the Depends on original offence.

Can IPC Section 83 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 83 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding.—

Section

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

83. Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding.— Nothing is an offence which is done by a child above seven years of age and under twelve, who has not attained sufficient maturity of understanding to judge of the nature and consequences of his conduct on that occasion.

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