Attempt to commit robbery or dacoity when armed with deadly weapon
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Summary
Attempting robbery or dacoity while armed with any deadly weapon attracts a minimum sentence of seven years imprisonment. It applies when the offender is armed at the time of the attempt, even if the crime is not completed. The offence is cognizable, non-bailable and triable by the Sessions Court.
Example
Ravi tries to snatch a shopkeeper's cash bag while carrying a knife. Because he was armed with a deadly weapon during the attempt, he faces at least seven years' imprisonment; the offence is cognizable, non-bailable and triable by the Sessions Court.
Bare Act
Enacted textIf, at the time of attempting to commit robbery or dacoity, the offender is armed with any deadly weapon, 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.
- Cognizable
- Non-bailable
- Triable by Court of Session.
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