SECTION 197 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Issuing or signing false certificate
Description
Whoever issues or signs any certificate required by law to be given or signed, or relating to any fact of which such certificate is by law admissible in evidence, knowing or believing that such certificate is false in any material point, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowingly issuing or signing a false certificate relating to any fact of which such certificate is by law admissible in evidence | As for False Evidence | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | As for False Evidence |
Offence : Knowingly issuing or signing a false certificate relating to any fact of which such certificate is by law admissible in evidence
Punishment : As for False Evidence
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : As for False Evidence
FAQ's on IPC Section 197
What offence is defined under IPC 197?
IPC 197 Offence: Knowingly issuing or signing a false certificate relating to any fact of which such certificate is by law admissible in evidence.
What is the punishment for IPC 197 Case?
The punishment for IPC 197 is As for False Evidence.
Is IPC 197 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 197 is a Non-Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 197 offence?
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Is IPC 197 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 197 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 197 be tried?
IPC 197 is tried in the court of As for False Evidence.
