IPC
IPC Section 160 - Punishment For Committing Affray
Whoever commits an affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.
IPC Section 160 : Explained in Simple Terms
If someone fights or quarrels loudly in a public place, like on the road, in a market, or a park, and disturbs the public peace they shall be jailed for up to one month, or fined up to one hundred or both.
Key details of the IPC section 160
Offense | Affray |
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Punishment | Imprisonment up to 1 month or fine or both |
Cognizance | Cognizable |
Bail | IPC Section 160 is classified as a non-bailable offense. |
Triable | Any magistrate |
Compoundable | Non-compoundable |
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