IPC Section 393 — Attempt to commit robbery

robbery and dacoity

Criminal

Punishment

Rigorous imprisonment up to 7 years and fine

As the section puts it: “shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine”

Summary

If a person tries to commit robbery, they can be punished with rigorous imprisonment for up to seven years, and they may also have to pay a fine.

Official Text

Whoever attempts to commit robbery shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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