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IPC Section 414 - Assisting In Concealment Of Stolen Property

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Whoever voluntarily assists in concealing or disposing of or making away with property which he knows or has reason to believe to be stolen property, 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 414 - Explained In Simple Terms

Under IPC Section 414, a person is considered guilty if they knowingly conceal stolen property (like goods, money, or valuables) to prevent the rightful owner from recovering it. This also applies if someone assists the thief in selling or disposing of the stolen property.

The punishment for this offense can be up to three years in jail, a fine, or both.

Key Details of IPC Section 414

Offense Assisting in concealment of stolen property
Punishment Imprisonment up to 3 years or Fine or Both
Cognizance Cognizable
Bail Non-Bailable
Triable By Any Magistrate
Compoundable Offenses Nature Compoundable by the owner of the property stolen