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SECTION 247 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of Indian coin
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 247 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 247 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone fraudulently or dishonestly alters the weight or composition of an Indian coin, they can be imprisoned for up to seven years and fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fraudulently diminishing the weight or altering the composition of Indian coin | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Fraudulently diminishing the weight or altering the composition of Indian coin
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Anyone who fraudulently or dishonestly performs any operation on 1 [any Indian Coin] which reduces the weight of the coin or changes its composition will be punished by imprisonment for either a period of up to seven years and a fine.
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