IPC 427 - Mischief, and thereby causing damage to the amount of 50 rupees or upwards
Description of IPC 427
Description of IPC Section 427
According to section 427 of Indian penal code, Whoever commits mischief and thereby causes loss or damage to the amount of fifty rupees or upwards, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 427
| Offence | Mischief, and thereby causing damage to the amount of 50 rupees or upwards |
| Punishment | 2 Years or Fine or Both |
| Cognizance | Cognizable |
| Bail | Non-Bailable |
| Triable | Sessions Court |
Imprisonment for up to 2 years, or a fine, or both.
IPC 427 in Simple Words
If someone causes damage or loss of fifty rupees or more due to mischief, they can be punished with imprisonment up to two years, or fined, or both.
Importance and Practical application
Targets more serious cases of mischief involving significant damage.
Practical application:
A person intentionally sets fire to a neighbor's shed, resulting in damages exceeding fifty rupees. The act is considered mischief under IPC Section 427 because it caused significant loss. If caught, the individual could face serious legal consequences, including imprisonment for up to two years, a fine, or both, reflecting the severity of their actions and the resulting damage. This section serves as a deterrent against committing acts that cause substantial harm to others' property.Conclusion
Penalizes mischief causing substantial damage.