IPC 460 - Death or grievous hurt caused by one of several persons jointly concerned in house-breaking by Night, etc.

Description of IPC 460

Description of IPC Section 460 According to section 460 of Indian penal code, If at the time of the committing of lurking house-trespass by night or house-breaking by night, any person guilty of such offence shall voluntarily cause or attempt to cause death or grievous hurt to any person, every person jointly concerned in committing such lurking house-trespass by night or house-breaking by night, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine. IPC 460

Offence	Death or grievous hurt caused by one of several persons jointly concerned in house-breaking by Night, etc.
Punishment	Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance	Cognizable
Bail	Non-Bailable
Triable	Sessions Court

Causing death or grievous harm during joint nighttime house-trespass or house-breaking.
Life imprisonment or up to ten years, and may also be fined.

IPC 460 in Simple Words

If during the act of lurking house-trespass by night or house-breaking by night, any person involved in the offense tries to cause death or serious harm to anyone, all individuals involved in the crime will be punished with life imprisonment or imprisonment for up to ten years, and may also be fined.

Importance and Practical application

Addresses collective responsibility for serious consequences during nighttime offenses.

Practical application:

Joint Responsibility: Applied to cases where multiple individuals are involved in a nighttime offense leading to severe harm. Criminal Cases: Ensures accountability for all participants in severe crimes committed during nighttime.

Conclusion

IPC Section 460 prescribes life imprisonment or imprisonment for up to ten years, along with a potential fine, for all participants involved in joint lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night if any cause death or grievous hurt, emphasizing collective responsibility for serious consequences during nighttime offenses.