What is the punishment for Dhara 97?

The punishment for this specific offense is outlined under the law as: Definition / General Principle / Repealed.

Is IPC 97 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the Indian Penal Code, this specific offense is classified as a N/A offense.

Is Dhara 97 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is N/A.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 97 cases?

Cases pertaining to this specific IPC section are triable by the N/A.

Can IPC Section 97 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 97 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Right of private defence of the body and of property.—

Section

Punishment

Definition / General Principle / Repealed

Cognizable

N/A

Bailable

N/A

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

N/A

Bare Act Text

97. Right of private defence of the body and of property.— Every person has a right, subject to the restrictions contained in section 99, to defend—(First)— His own body, and the body of any other person, against any offence affecting the human body;(Secondly)— The property, whether movable or immovable, of himself or of any other person, against any act which is an offence falling under the definition of theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass, or which is an attempt to commit theft, robbery, mischief or criminal trespass.

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