Bailabel Type : non-bailable

Description

IPC Section 395 deals with the crime of dacoity, which refers to a robbery committed by a group of five or more persons, usually involving violence or the threat of violence.

Description:

1. Offense Details:

   • Dacoity involves a group of five or more persons who come together to commit a robbery using force, intimidation, or violence.
   • The crime typically involves armed robbery, where the perpetrators use weapons or other means of force to coerce the victims and commit theft.
   • Dacoity is considered a more serious form of robbery due to the collective participation of the group, and it often results in greater harm, both to the victims and to public safety.

2. Key Elements:

   • The group size: The law requires at least five persons to be involved in the commission of dacoity.
   • Use of force or violence: Dacoity usually involves violence, which differentiates it from simpler theft or robbery. The group may use weapons, physical force, or threats to achieve their objective.

3. Penalty for Dacoity: Dacoity is treated as a serious offense and is punishable with severe penalties to discourage such organized criminal activities.

Punishment

• Imprisonment: A person found guilty of dacoity under Section 395 can face imprisonment for life or a term of rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to 10 years.

• Fine: In addition to imprisonment, the convict may also be ordered to pay a fine.

• Severity of Punishment: The punishment is severe due to the organized nature of the crime and the violence typically associated with it. The sentence can vary depending on the circumstances, including the extent of violence used, the harm caused to the victims, and the role of the individual in the commission of the crime.