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SECTION 255 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Counterfeiting Government stamp
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 255 in Simple Words
According to section 255 of the Indian Penal Code, anyone who makes or assists in making fake government revenue stamps can be punished with life imprisonment or imprisonment up to ten years, and fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counterfeiting a Government stamp | Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Counterfeiting a Government stamp
Punishment : Imprisonment for Life or 10 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
Anyone who counterfeits or performs knowingly any part of the counterfeiting process, any stamps issued by the Government for revenue purposes, will be punished 1[with life imprisonment], or with either type of imprisonment for a period that may extend up to ten year, as well as a fine.
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What is Section 256 of the IPC?
Anyone who has any material or instrument in their possession with the intention of using it, or knows or has reason to believe that they are going to use it, to counterfeit any stamp issued by the government for revenue purposes, will be punished for a period of imprisonment.
Which IPC section is criminal?
Sections 120B, 121 and 132 are criminal conspiracy sections. Sections 194 is false evidence used to obtain a conviction for a capital crime.
