Robbery, or dacoity, with attempt to cause death or grievous hurt
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Summary
If during a robbery or dacoity the offender uses a deadly weapon, causes grievous hurt, or attempts to cause death or grievous hurt, the offender must be punished with at least seven years imprisonment and may also be fined. The offence is cognizable, non-bailable, and triable by a Sessions Court.
Example
Ravi robs a neighbourhood shop and stabs the shopkeeper, causing grievous hurt. Because a deadly weapon was used and grievous hurt was caused during the robbery, Ravi faces at least seven years imprisonment and a fine; the case is cognizable, non-bailable and goes to Sessions Court.
Bare Act
Enacted textIf, at the time of committing robbery or dacoity, the offender uses any deadly weapon, or causes grievous hurt to any person, or attempts to cause death or grievous hurt to any person, the imprisonment with which such offender shall be punished shall not be less than seven years.
BNSS Classification
- Imprisonment for not less than 7 years and fine.
- Cognizable
- Non-bailable
- Triable by Court of Session.
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