Mischief by killing or maiming animal of the value of ten rupees
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Summary
Killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless any animal worth ten rupees or more is an offence of mischief. It applies when someone intentionally damages or destroys such an animal. The offender may be punished with imprisonment for up to two years, or a fine, or both.
Example
Ravi poisons his neighbour's goat worth Rs 500 after a dispute. Because the animal's value is over ten rupees, he can be prosecuted for mischief and may face up to two years' imprisonment, or a fine, or both.
Bare Act
Enacted textWhoever commits mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless any animals or animal of the value of the ten rupees or upwards, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
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