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IPC Section 489 - Tampering with property mark with intent to cause injury
Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 346 for updated procedures & punishments.
Whoever removes, destroys, defaces or adds to any property mark, intending or knowing it to be likely that he may thereby cause injury to any person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
IPC 489 in Simple Words
If someone intentionally removes, destroys, defaces, or alters any property mark, knowing it might cause harm to someone, they can be punished with imprisonment for up to one year, a fine, or both.
Tampering with property mark with intent to cause injury
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removing destroying or defacing property mark with intent to cause injury | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Offence : Removing destroying or defacing property mark with intent to cause injury
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Any Magistrate
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