Section 309

Attempt to commit suicide.

The Indian Penal Code, 1860

  • Act 45 of 1860
  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Department of Internal Security
About this Act

It is expedient to provide a general Penal Code forindia;

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    Whoever attempts to commit suicide and does any act towards the commission of such offence, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year 1 [or with fine, or with both.]

Notes

1. Subs. by Act 8 of 1882, s. 7, for "and shall also be liable to fine".

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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