What is maximum punishment under 498A IPC and is full punishment given always

[Anonymous]

How much is the maximum punishment under section 498A of indian penal code? Will all accused persons be given full maximum punishment under this case? Can one get out of jail for some days if full punishment is given?

[Pulkit Srivastava]

The maximum punishment for committing an offence under section 498A IPC is three years and fine. The offence is cognisable, non-bailable and triable by a Magistrate of First Class.

The quantum of punishment depends upon the gravity of offence and is passed after considering all mitigating and aggravating factors and the circumstances in which the said offence was committed.

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