189+ Lawyers are online 
SECTION 263 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Erasure of mark denoting that stamp has been used
Last Updated: 01 Jun, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Table of Contents
Description of IPC Section 263
According to section 263 of Indian penal code, Whoever, fraudulently or with intent to cause loss to Government, erases or removes from a stamp issued by Government for the purpose of revenue, any mark, put or impressed upon such stamp for the purpose of denoting that the same has been used, or knowingly has in his possession or sells or disposes of any such stamp from which such mark has been erased or removed, or sells or disposes of any such stamp which he knows to have been used, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasure of mark denoting that stamps have been used | 3 Years or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Erasure of mark denoting that stamps have been used
Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Comments by Users
No Comments! Be the first one to comment.
Legal Questions Answered by Top Lawyers on IPC 263
What action can be taken for false rape case
LAW allow no settlement for offence u/s 376 IPC. If she diverts from her former statement in her 164 Statement it will be beneficial for you.
you may file suit for malicious prosecution after you are ....
Read
More >>
South Extension,
DelhiWish to apply for bail under ipc 353. Please help.
For the same, you need to contact any advocate in person or through this portal. Without referring to your papers, neither I nor any other advocate is helpless in giving you any kind of advice. Please ....
Read
More >>
How to withdraw a case filled by wife against husband
You can appear before the concerned magistrate court and you can render your willingness efore the magistrate and there y you can withdraw the case.
Other option is your husband shall file a petiti ....
Read
More >>
is 409 ipc bailable and how to get bail?
It is non bailable and that is why you need to apply fro anticipatory bail.
You can file the same either in high court or in sessions court.
Non -bailable means only court has discretion to grant bail ....
Read
More >>
May I police arrested in section 354 354d without 41a notice.
hello client as you have mentioned above . in this case you can not go un arrested as per the sections. in this case you have can get anticepatory bail during lockdown also court will entertain ur a ....
Read
More >>
Related Topics
Find the best lawyer for IPC Section 263 charges
FAQ's on IPC Section 263
What offence is defined under IPC 263?
IPC 263 Offence: Erasure of mark denoting that stamps have been used.
What is the punishment for IPC 263 Case?
The punishment for IPC 263 is 3 Years or Fine or Both.
Is IPC 263 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 263 is a Cognizable.
How to file/defend your case for IPC 263 offence?
Use LawRato for filing/defending your case under IPC 263 with the help of best criminal lawyers near you.
Is IPC 263 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 263 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 263 be tried?
IPC 263 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.
