Wrongful confinement for ten or more days
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Summary
Wrongfully confining a person for ten days or more is an offence punishable by imprisonment for up to three years and a fine. It applies when someone unlawfully deprives another of their liberty for at least ten consecutive days, wherever the confinement occurs. Both jail and a monetary penalty can be imposed.
Example
Priya is kept locked in a relative's room against her will for twelve days after an argument. The relative can be prosecuted for wrongful confinement and may face up to three years' imprisonment and a fine.
Bare Act
Enacted textWhoever wrongfully confines any person for ten days, or more, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.
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