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SECTION 259 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Having possession of counterfeit Government stamp
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 259 in Simple Words
According to section 259 of the Indian Penal Code, if someone possesses a fake stamp, knowing it's not genuine and intends to use or sell it as if it were genuine, they can be punished with imprisonment up to seven years and fined.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Having possession of a counterfeit Government stamp | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Having possession of a counterfeit Government stamp
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Anyone who has a stamp in their possession that they know is a counterfeit, and intends to use it or dispose of it as a real stamp or to allow the stamp to be used in this way, will be punished by imprisonment for either a short or long term.
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