SECTION 469 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Forgery for purpose of harming reputation
Last Updated: 01 May, 2023
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

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Description of IPC Section 469
According to section 469 of Indian penal code, Whoever commits forgery, intending that the document forged shall harm the reputation of any party, or knowing that it is likely to be used for that purpose, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Forgery for the purpose of harming the reputation of any person or knowing that it is likely to be used for that purpose | 3 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Forgery for the purpose of harming the reputation of any person or knowing that it is likely to be used for that purpose
Punishment : 3 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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What offence is defined under IPC 469?
IPC 469 Offence: Forgery for the purpose of harming the reputation of any person or knowing that it is likely to be used for that purpose.
What is the punishment for IPC 469 Case?
The punishment for IPC 469 is 3 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 469 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 469 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 469 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 469 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 469 be tried?
IPC 469 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.