If Life Imprisonment Is Avoided, Maximum Sentence Under Section 307 IPC Can Only Be 10 years : SC
- Case Name: Ganesan v. the State of Tamil Nadu Rep. By Inspector of Police
- Judge(s): Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran
The Supreme Court set aside an order granting 12 years of rigorous imprisonment under Section 307 IPC, stating that the maximum sentence if life imprisonment is avoided, is 10 years.
The case involved a man accused of continuously harassing his wife and children.
The High Court upheld his conviction under Section 307 IPC but reduced his sentence from life imprisonment to 12 years. Additionally, his convictions and sentences under Sections 498A and 324 IPC were confirmed.
The Supreme Court clarified that Section 307, which deals with attempts to murder, allows either life imprisonment or a maximum of 10 years with a fine.
Thus, the 12-year sentence exceeded the legal limit.
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