Bailabel Type : non-bailable
Description
IPC Section 394 addresses the crime of robbery in which hurt is caused to the victim voluntarily during the commission of the robbery. It is considered a serious offense due to the added element of harm or injury to the victim.
Description:
Offense Details:
- Voluntarily causing hurt refers to intentionally inflicting bodily injury or harm on the victim during the commission of a robbery.
- Robbery is defined as the theft of property with the use of force or threat of force. Under Section 394, if during the robbery the offender voluntarily causes hurt to the victim, it elevates the seriousness of the crime.
- The term "hurt" under Indian Penal Code refers to any kind of physical injury or pain inflicted on another person, whether temporary or permanent.
Key Elements:
- Robbery: The act involves stealing from a person while using force or the threat of force.
- Voluntarily causing hurt: The criminal intentionally injures the victim during the robbery, such as by punching, stabbing, or threatening with a weapon.
- The hurt may be of any degree, from minor injuries to grievous ones, but it must be intentional and not accidental.
Intent: The offense is treated more severely due to the intent of causing harm, which makes it distinct from a simple robbery (Section 390).
Punishment
Punishment under IPC Section 394:
- Imprisonment: The punishment for this offense includes rigorous imprisonment for a term that may extend to ten years.
- Fine: In addition to imprisonment, the convict may also be liable to pay a fine.
- Severity of Punishment: Since hurt is intentionally caused to the victim during a robbery, the punishment is severe. If the injury is severe or if the victim is left in a critical condition, it may lead to higher sentences.
