IPC Section 389- Putting Person In Fear Or Accusation Of Offense, In Order To Commit Extortion

Whoever, in order to the committing of extortion, puts or attempts to put any person in fear of an accusation, against that person or any other, of having committed, or attempted to commit, an offence punishable with death or with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment for a term which may extend to ten years, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine; and, if the offence be punishable under section 377 of this Code, may be punished with imprisonment for life.

IPC Section 389: Explained In Simple Terms

IPC Section 389 deals with a situation where someone threatens to falsely accuse another person of a serious crime, such as murder or rape, unless they receive money or something valuable in return. This act is considered blackmail or extortion. The law aims to punish individuals who use the threat of legal accusations to coerce others. If found guilty, the person committing this offense can face penalties similar to those for the serious crime they are threatening to accuse the victim of.

Key Details Of IPC Section 389