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IPC Section 337 - Causing Hurt By Act Endangering Life Or Personal Safety Of Others

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Whoever causes hurt to any person by doing any act so rashly or negligently as to endanger human life or the personal safety of others, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

IPC Section 337: Explained In Simple Terms

This legal provision states that if someone causes harm to another person by acting carelessly or recklessly in a way that puts human life or safety at risk, they can be punished with up to six months in jail, a fine of up to 500 rupees, or both. The law is meant to hold people accountable for dangerous actions that cause harm, even without intent.

Key Details of IPC Section 337

Offence Causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others.
Punishment Up to 6 months imprisonment or fine up to five hundred rupees or both
Cognizance Cognizable
Bailable or Not Bailable
Triable By Any magistrate
Compoundable Offences Nature Compoundable by the person to whom hurt is caused with permission of the court

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