Section 106: Causing death by negligence

Official Bare Act

Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Plain English Explanation

If you accidentally kill someone because you were driving recklessly or doing something dangerous (but you didn't plan to kill them), you can go to jail for up to 5 years and pay a fine.

Quick Facts

Punishment Up to 5 years imprisonment + Fine
Bailable Yes, Bailable
Cognizable Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)

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