Official Text
“Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide, shall be punished.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Causing death of another person.
- Rash or negligent act.
- Not amounting to culpable homicide.
Potential Defenses:
- No negligence.
- Acting with due care.
- Unavoidable accident.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Reckless driving, medical negligence, industrial safety violations.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Unavoidable accidents, acts of God, or lawful activities.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 2 years, or Fine, or both