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Madhya Pradesh, India State law
State excise/prohibition overlay — all other crimes under central law
Offences by family
Against the person
Assault (aggravated)
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Assault (simple)
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Domestic violence
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Homicide — manslaughter
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Homicide — murder
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Sexual offences
Sexual assault / rape
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Property
Burglary
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Robbery
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Theft
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Vandalism / criminal damage
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Fraud & financial
Fraud
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Drugs
Drug possession Possibly — unconfirmed
Possibly — unconfirmed
Reported range, not yet confirmed against official text. Do not rely on this — awaiting confirmation.
Statutory range — reported, not yet confirmed
First offence — general Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 0–1 year
- Fine
- ₹500–₹5,000
Second or subsequent offence — general Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 2 months–2 years
- Fine
- ₹2,000–₹10,000
Quantity of liquor >50 bulk litres (first offence) Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 1–3 years
- Fine
- ₹25,000–₹1,00,000
Quantity of liquor >50 bulk litres (second or subsequent) Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 2–5 years
- Fine
- ₹50,000–₹2,00,000
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Quantity beyond stated tiers, priors, plea, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Drug trafficking / sale Possibly — unconfirmed
Possibly — unconfirmed
Reported range, not yet confirmed against official text. Do not rely on this — awaiting confirmation.
Statutory range — reported, not yet confirmed
First offence — general Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 0–1 year
- Fine
- ₹500–₹5,000
Second or subsequent offence — general Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 2 months–2 years
- Fine
- ₹2,000–₹10,000
Quantity of liquor >50 bulk litres (first offence) Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 1–3 years
- Fine
- ₹25,000–₹1,00,000
Quantity of liquor >50 bulk litres (second or subsequent) Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- 2–5 years
- Fine
- ₹50,000–₹2,00,000
Spurious liquor causing death (s49A, reported 2021 amendment) Possibly — unconfirmed
- Imprisonment
- Death or imprisonment for life
- Fine
- Fine — amount not verified
Reported 2021 amendment; needs official re-check.
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Quantity beyond stated tiers, priors, plea, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Weapons
Weapons offences
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Traffic & transport
DUI / drink driving
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.
Cyber & digital
Cybercrime / hacking
See the central entry
Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not
“your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, plea, judicial discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a
licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.