Bailabel Type : non-bailable

Description

Section 213 IPC: Taking Gift, etc., to Screen an Offender from Punishment

Text of Section 213 IPC:

"Whoever, being in a position to give evidence in a criminal case, takes any gift, promise, or valuable security to conceal the truth or to screen an offender from punishment, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both."

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Detailed Explanation of Section 213 IPC:

Section 213 IPC addresses the offense of taking gifts, promises, or valuables by an individual who is in a position to give evidence in a criminal case, with the intention of concealing the truth or screening an offender from punishment.

• Screening an Offender: This refers to efforts made by an individual to protect a criminal from being punished for their crime by preventing the disclosure of critical information, providing false testimony, or withholding evidence.
• Position to Give Evidence: The person in question is someone who has knowledge of facts or evidence that could influence the outcome of a criminal case, such as a witness or person who can provide testimony to the court.
• Taking Gifts or Promises: This section criminalizes the acceptance of gifts, promises, or valuable securities in exchange for suppressing the truth, offering false testimony, or otherwise obstructing justice.

This provision seeks to uphold the integrity of the legal system and ensure that individuals do not manipulate or influence criminal proceedings for personal gain or in favor of a wrongdoer.

Punishment

Punishment Under Section 213 IPC:

• The punishment for violating Section 213 can include:
  1. Imprisonment for a term up to two years (either simple or rigorous imprisonment).
  2. Fine, which will be determined by the court based on the circumstances of the case.
  3. Combination of imprisonment and fine.