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SECTION 475 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Counterfeiting device or mark used for authenticating documents described in section 467, or possessing counterfeit marked material


Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 475 has been replaced with BNS Section 342 with effect from July 1, 2024.
(IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS.)

Please refer to BNS 342 for updated procedures & punishments.

Table of Contents
  1. IPC 475 in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 475 related FAQs
Whoever counterfeits upon, or in the substance of, any material, any device or mark used for the purpose of authenticating any document described in section 467 of this Code, intending that such device or mark shall be used for the purpose of giving the appearance of authenticity to any document then forged or thereafter to be forged on such material, or who, with such intent, has in his possession any material upon or in the substance of which any such device or mark has been counterfeited, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.



IPC 475 in Simple Words

If someone counterfeits a device or mark used to authenticate documents described in section 467 of the Code, intending to make forged documents appear authentic, or possesses such material with that intent, they can be punished with life imprisonment or imprisonment for up to seven years, and may also be fined.


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Offence : Counterfeiting a device or mark used for authenticating documents described in section 467 of the Indian Penal Code, or possessing counterfeit marked material


Punishment : Imprisonment for Life or 7 Years + Fine


Cognizance : Non-Cognizable


Bail : Bailable


Triable : Magistrate First Class



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 475 of the IPC?

IPC Section 475: Possession of counterfeit marked materials or devices used to authenticate documents as described in section 467 or a counterfeiting device or mark.


What is Section 476 of the IPC?

If you counterfeit any device or mark that is used to authenticate any document, electronic record, or other documents not described in Section 467 of the Code, with the intention of using it for the appearance of authenticity, then this person will be held responsible.


What is the IPC section 472?

IPC Section 472: Making or possessing counterfeit seals, etc. with intent to forge, punishable under section 46