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IPC Section 506 - Punishment For Criminal Intimidation

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Whoever commits, the offense of criminal intimidation shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

IPC Section 506: Explained in Simple Terms

When a person threatens to harm or scare someone or forces them to do, or not do something, it is considered a crime. Any person making such threats can be punished with prison time for up to 2 years, or with a fine, or both, as the Court sees fit.

Key Details of of IPC Section 506

Offence Punishment for criminal intimidation
Punishment Up to 2 years imprisonment or fine or both
Cognizance Non-cognizable
Bailable or Not Bailable
Triable By Any magistrate
Compoundable Offences Nature Compoundable under certain conditions