Official Text
“Whoever causes hurt by means of any instrument for shooting, stabbing or cutting, or any instrument which, used as a weapon of offence, is likely to cause death.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Causing hurt.
- Using dangerous weapon.
- Weapon likely to cause death.
Potential Defenses:
- No hurt caused.
- Lawful use of weapon.
- Self-defense.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Stabbing with knife, shooting with gun, cutting with sword, using deadly weapons.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Using weapons for lawful purposes, self-defense, or authorized use.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 3 years, or Fine, or both