Nothing which is not intended to cause death, or grievous hurt, and which
is not known by the doer to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt, is an
offence by reason of any harm which it may cause, or be intended by the doer
to cause, to any person, above eighteen years of age, who has given consent,
whether express or implied, to suffer that harm; or by reason of any harm
which it may be known by the doer to be likely to cause to any such person
who has consented to take the risk of that harm.
Illustration
A and Z agree to fence with each other for amusement. This agreement implies
the consent of each to suffer any harm which, in the course of such fencing,
may be caused without foul play; and if A, while playing fairly, hurts Z, A
commits no offence.
Section 76 Act done by a person bound, or by mistake of fact believing himself bound, by law
Section 77 Act of Judge when acting judicially
Section 78 Act done pursuant to the judgment or order of Court
Section 79 Act done by a person justified, or by mistake of fact believing himself justified, by law
Section 80 Accident in doing a lawful act
Section 81 Act likely to cause harm, but done without criminal intent, and to prevent other harm
Section 82 Act of a child under seven years of age
Section 83 Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding
Section 84 Act of a person of unsound mind
Section 85 Act of a person incapable of judgment by reason of intoxication caused against his will
Section 86 Offence requiring a particular intent or knowledge committed by one who is intoxicated
Section 88 Act not intended to cause death, done by consent in good faith for person's benefit
Section 90 Consent known to be given under fear or misconception