IPC Section 445

Certainly! Here’s an explanation of IPC Section 445:

IPC Section 445: House-trespass in order to commit an offence punishable with imprisonment

Text of Section 445:

"Whoever commits house-trespass in order to commit an offence punishable with imprisonment shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both."

Explanation:

House-trespass: Entering someone’s house or any building used as a dwelling without permission or lawful authority.

This section specifically deals with house-trespass when the intention is to commit an offence punishable with imprisonment (e.g., theft, assault).

The law punishes the act of trespassing with criminal intent more severely.

Punishment:

Imprisonment up to 3 years, or

Fine, or

Both.

Related Sections:

Section 441: Definition of house-trespass.

Section 446: House-trespass after preparation for hurt, assault, or wrongful restraint.

Section 447: Punishment for criminal trespass.

 

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