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IPC Section 167 - Public servant framing an incorrect document with intent to cause injury
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 201 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 167 in Simple Words
If a public servant, responsible for preparing or translating a document, intentionally creates it inaccurately to cause harm to someone, they can be punished with up to three years in jail, a fine, or both.
Public servant framing an incorrect document with intent to cause injury
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public servant framing an incorrect document with intent to cause injury | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Public servant framing an incorrect document with intent to cause injury
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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