Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
XVII · Section 440

Mischief committed after preparation made for causing death or hurt

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Whoever commits mischief, having made preparation for causing to any person death, or hurt, or wrongful restraint, or fear of death, or of hurt, or of wrongful restraint, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years, and shall also be liable to fine. Of criminal trespass

Judgments on Section 440