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IPC Section 266 - Being in possession of false weight or measure
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Whoever is in possession of any instrument for weighing, or of any weight, or of any measure of length or capacity, which he knows to be false, intending that the same may be fraudulently used, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 266 in Simple Words
According to section 266 of the Indian Penal Code, if someone possesses a false weighing instrument, weight, or measure with the intention of using it fraudulently, they can be punished with imprisonment up to one year or with a fine or both.
Being in possession of false weight or measure
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Being in possession of false weights or measures for fraudulent use | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Being in possession of false weights or measures for fraudulent use
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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