IPC, 1860 (Repealed / Historical Reference)
Chapter XVII: Of Offences Against Property
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Historical Code Notice: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 was repealed with effect from 1 July 2024. For acts committed on or after 1 July 2024, please refer to the corresponding provision of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
Whoever commits theft shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
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Corresponding BNS (2023) Equivalent Provision
Modified Evolution
BNS Section 303 (Theft)
Statutory Transition Note: Theft provision introduces community service option for first-time offenders where stolen property value is below ₹5,000 upon return/restitution.
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