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SECTION 257 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Making or selling instrument for counterfeiting Government stamp
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 257 in Simple Words
According to section 257 of the Indian Penal Code, anyone who makes, buys, sells, or deals with instruments meant for counterfeiting government revenue stamps can be punished with imprisonment up to seven years and fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Making, buying or selling instrument for the purpose of counterfeiting a Government stamp | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Making, buying or selling instrument for the purpose of counterfeiting a Government stamp
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Anyone who makes, performs or buys an instrument with the intention of using it, or knows or has reason to believe that the stamps issued by the Government are intended to be counterfeited, shall be punished.
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