SHORT ANSWER:
The punishment for a hit and run case can be imprisonment for up to 3 years or a fine.
DETAILS:
- Under Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), causing death by negligence can lead to punishment.
- If the accident results in death, the punishment can be more severe.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Imprisonment for up to 3 years or a fine, or both.
- If the accident results in grievous hurt, the punishment can be imprisonment for up to 2 years or a fine.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC)
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