According to Section 417:- Whoever cheats shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
Classification of Offence
| Offence Description | Punishment provided | Cognizable/Non-Cognizable |
|---|---|---|
| Cheating. | Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine, or both. | Non-Cognizable |
| Bailable/Non-Bailable | Trial Court Details | Compoundable/Non-Compoundable |
| Bailable | Any Magistrate. | Non-Compoundable |
| Compoundable by Whom | Concerned Ministry | Concerned Department |
| Non-Compoundable | Ministry of Home Affairs | Department of Internal Security |
417 IPC Case Laws (Supreme Court and HC)
| Ravichandran v. Mariyammal 1992 Cri. LJ 1675 (Madras) |
FAQs on Section 417 – Punishment for cheating
Section 417 deals with the offense of cheating. It states that whoever commits cheating shall be subject to punishment, which may include imprisonment for up to one year, a fine, or both.
Cheating generally involves deceiving or defrauding someone by dishonestly inducing them to believe or do something to their detriment. Specific examples of cheating may vary depending on the circumstances and local laws.
The punishment for cheating includes imprisonment for up to one year, a fine, or both. The court has the discretion to decide the exact punishment based on the severity of the offense.
No, cheating is a non-cognizable offense, which means that the police cannot make an arrest without a warrant. A police officer cannot arrest someone for cheating without receiving a formal complaint from the victim or the court’s permission.
Read also:- IPC Section 415: Cheating
IPC Section 417: Punishment for cheating,IPC Section 417: Punishment for cheating
