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IPC Section 148 - Rioting, Armed With Deadly Weapon

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Whoever is guilty of rioting, being armed with a deadly weapon or with anything which, used as a weapon of offence, is likely to cause death, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.

IPC Section 148: Explained In Simple Terms

If someone is involved in a riot and is carrying a weapon, like a gun, knife, or any other dangerous object that can potentially kill or seriously injure someone, they can be charged under Section 148. The punishment for this offense can be imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.

Key Details Of IPC Section 148

Offense

Rioting, Armed With Deadly Weapon

Punishment

Imprisonment up to 3 years or a fine or both

Cognizance

Cognizable

Bail

Bailable

Triable By

Magistrate of the first class

Compoundable Offenses Nature

Non-compoundable