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House-trespass After preparation for hurt, assault or wrongful restraint
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Chapter XVII Of Offences Against Property
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Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 yearsProperty OffenceHouse TrespassAssaultSerious
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say?
Section 333 of the BNS deals with house-trespass where someone prepares to cause harm. This means entering a home illegally with the intention of hurting, assaulting, or wrongfully restraining someone.
Why does this law exist?
This law protects people from violence and ensures their safety. It punishes those who plan to harm others during a house-trespass.
Real-life impact
This law affects you if someone breaks into your home with the intention of harming you. It also affects you if you enter someone's home with the intention of causing harm.
What happens if you break this law?
You could face imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine. Police can arrest without a warrant.
⚖️ Punishment
Imprisonment up to seven years, or fine, or both.
💡 Real Life Example
Amit breaks into Priya's house with a weapon, intending to assault her. He is caught by the police. Amit faces imprisonment and a fine under this section. Rahul enters a house and prepares to restrain the residents. He is caught by the police. Rahul faces imprisonment and a fine.
🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
- •Report any house-trespass immediately.
- •Ensure your safety first.
- •Gather evidence like photos or videos.
- •Contact a lawyer for legal advice.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 333 of BNS addresses house-trespass with preparation for causing harm. It covers entering a home illegally with the intention of hurting, assaulting, or wrongfully restraining someone. The punishment is imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine. This section replaces parts of the old IPC. It aims to protect people from violence.
The punishment is imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and you will also be liable to a fine. The police can arrest without a warrant.
Sources & References
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (replaces IPC)
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.
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