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IPC Section 406 - Punishment For Criminal Breach Of Trust

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Whoever commits criminal breach of trust 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 406: Explained In Simple Terms

If someone trusts you with money, property, or documents and you use it for yourself, don't return them, or do something without permission then you shall be jailed for up to three years and fined or both.

Key Details Of IPC Section 406

Offense Criminal Breach Of Trust
Punishment Imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine or both
Cognizance Cognizable
Bail Non-Bailable
Triable By Magistrate of the first class
Compoundable Offenses Nature Compoundable with the permission of the court.