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SECTION 485 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Making or possession of any instrument for counterfeiting a property mark


Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 485 has been replaced with BNS Section 348 with effect from July 1, 2024.

Please refer to BNS 348 for updated procedures & punishments.

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  1. IPC 485 in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 485 related FAQs
Whoever makes or has in his possession any die, plate or other instrument for the purpose of counterfeiting a proper mark, or has in his possession a property mark for the purpose of denoting that any goods belong to a person to whom they do not belong, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.



IPC 485 in Simple Words

If someone makes or possesses any instrument for counterfeiting a property mark or possesses a property mark to falsely claim ownership of goods, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.


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Offence : Fraudulently making or having possession of any die, plate or other instrument for counterfeiting any public or private property mark


Punishment : 3 Years or Fine or Both


Cognizance : Non-Cognizable


Bail : Bailable


Triable : Magistrate First Class



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 486 of the IPC?

Selling goods marked with counterfeit property marks. If he is found to be innocent, he may receive a fine or imprisonment for up to a year.


What is Section 487 of the IPC?

Punishment. Punishment.


Is Section 488 bailable or not?

Is section 488 bailable?


What is Section 482 of IPC?

IPC 482 in Simple Words A person who uses a false trademark and cannot prove that they did so without the intent to defraud can be punished by imprisonment of up to a year, fines, or both. Cite by. Yogendra Yadav and Ors Vs State Of Jharkhand and Others Jugesh sehgal vs Shamsher Gogi