Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Chapter 38 The First Schedule

Section 498A: IPC Section 498A

IPC Chapter XX A - Of Cruelty by Husband or Relatives of Husband

SecDescriptionPunishment

498A

  1. Punishment for subjecting a married woman to Cruelty

  2. If information of offence is given to SHO by aggrieved or her relative by blood, marriage or adoption, or by notified public servant

  1. 3 Years + Fine

  2. 3 Years + Fine

 CognizanceBailTriable by
 

  1. Non-Cognizable

  2. Cognizable

  1. Non-Bailable

  2. Non-Bailable

  1. Magistrate First Class

  2. Magistrate First Class

 

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