SECTION 248 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Altering appearance of coin with intent that it shall pass as coin of different description
Last Updated: 01 Sep, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 248
According to section 248 of Indian penal code, Whoever performs on any coin any operation which alters the appearance of that coin, with the intention that the said coin shall pass as a coin of a different description, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.
IPC 248 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 248 of the Indian Penal Code states that if someone intentionally alters the appearance of a coin to make it look like a different type of coin and tries to pass it off as such, they can be imprisoned for up to three years and fined.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description | 3 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Non-Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description
Punishment : 3 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What offence is defined under IPC 248?
IPC 248 Offence: Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description.
What is the punishment for IPC 248 Case?
The punishment for IPC 248 is 3 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 248 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 248 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 248 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 248 is a Non-Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 248 be tried?
IPC 248 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.