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SECTION 248 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Altering appearance of coin with intent that it shall pass as coin of different description
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 248 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 248 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone intentionally alters the appearance of a coin to make it look like a different type of coin and tries to pass it off as such, they can be imprisoned for up to three years and fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description | 3 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description
Punishment : 3 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Anyone who performs any operation on a coin that alters its appearance, with the intent that it will pass for a coin that is of a different type, can be punished by imprisonment in either category, which could extend up to three years. They may also be fined.
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