SECTION 473 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Making or possessing counterfeit seal, etc., with intent to commit forgery punishable otherwise

Description of IPC Section 473
According to section 473 of Indian penal code, Whoever makes or counterfeits any seal, plate or other instrument for making an impression, intending that the same shall be used for the purpose of committing any forgery which would be punishable under any section of this Chapter other than section 467, or, with such intent, has in his possession any such seal, plate or other instrument, knowing the same to be counterfeit, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
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Making or counterfeiting a seal, plate, etc., with intent to commit a forgery punishable otherwise than under section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing with like intent any such seal plate, etc., knowing the same to be counterfeit | 7 Years + Fine | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Making or counterfeiting a seal, plate, etc., with intent to commit a forgery punishable otherwise than under section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing with like intent any such seal plate, etc., knowing the same to be counterfeit
Punishment : 7 Years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
FAQ's on IPC Section 473
What offence is defined under IPC 473?
IPC 473 Offence: Making or counterfeiting a seal, plate, etc., with intent to commit a forgery punishable otherwise than under section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing with like intent any such seal plate, etc., knowing the same to be counterfeit.
What is the punishment for IPC 473 Case?
The punishment for IPC 473 is 7 Years + Fine.
Is IPC 473 cognizable offence or non-cognizable offence?
IPC 473 is a Cognizable.
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Is IPC 473 bailable or non-bailable offence?
IPC 473 is a Bailable offence.
In what court can IPC 473 be tried?
IPC 473 is tried in the court of Magistrate First Class.