Bailabel Type : non-bailable

Description

IPC Section 391 deals with the offense of dacoity, which is a more serious form of robbery. Dacoity occurs when a group of persons (five or more) commit robbery together, using force or the threat of force.

Description:

1. Offense Details:

   • Dacoity is defined as a robbery committed by five or more persons acting together with the intent to steal property through the use of force or the threat of harm.
   • The group involved in the dacoity usually causes fear in the victim by displaying or using weapons, assaulting the victim, or threatening to cause harm unless the property is surrendered.
   • Dacoity is considered a more severe offense because it involves a group of criminals and a higher potential for harm.

2. Key Elements of Dacoity:

   • Group of Five or More: The law considers the offense of dacoity when there are five or more persons involved in committing the robbery.
   • Use of Force or Threat: Like in robbery, dacoity involves force or the threat of force to steal the property.
   • Intent to Steal: The primary purpose is to commit theft through the use of force or threats.

Punishment

1. Imprisonment:

   • A person found guilty of dacoity is punishable with rigorous imprisonment for a term of up to 10 years.
   • In addition to imprisonment, the court may impose a fine depending on the severity of the case and other circumstances.

2. Dacoity with Murder:

   • If the dacoity leads to murder (Section 396), the punishment becomes far more severe, potentially resulting in the death penalty or life imprisonment.

3. Severity of Punishment:

   • Dacoity is considered more severe than robbery because it involves multiple offenders and often a higher degree of violence. This is why the punishment under IPC Section 391 is equally severe.