SECTION 476 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Counterfeiting device or mark used for authenticating documents other than those described in section 467, or possessing counterfeit marked material
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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IPC 476 in Simple Words
If someone counterfeits a device or mark used to authenticate any document (other than those described in section 467) with the intention of making forged documents appear authentic, or possesses such material, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to seven years and may also be fined.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Counterfeiting a device or mark used for authenticating documents other than those described in section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing counterfeit marked material | 7 Years + Fine | Non-Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Counterfeiting a device or mark used for authenticating documents other than those described in section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing counterfeit marked material
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
IPC Section 476: Possession of counterfeit marked materials or devices, other than those listed in section 467.
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What is the IPC section 472?
IPC Section 472: Making or possessing counterfeit seals, etc. with intent to forgery. Punishable under section 467
What is counterfeit in IPC?
Description. The counterfeiter is the person who makes one thing resemble another, with the intention of deceiving others, or with knowledge that it will be possible to deceive them.