Section 440
Mischief committed after preparation made for causing death or hurt
ActIn forceProvision 245 of 597
Section 440
Whoever commits mischief, having made preparation for causing to any person death or hurt or wrongful restraint, or fear of death or of hurt or of wrongful restraint, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years, and shall also be liable to fine.