IPC Section 237: Import Or Export Of Counterfeit Coin
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IPC Section 237: Import Or Export Of Counterfeit Coin
Whoever imports into 1 [India], or exports therefrom, any counterfeit coin, knowing or having reason to believe that the same is counterfeit, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Amendments
- The words “British India” have successively been subs. by the A. O. 1948, the A. O. 1950 and Act 3 of 1951, s. 3 and the Sch., to read as above.
-Text In Indian Penal Code
| Offence | Import or export of counterfeit coin, knowing the same to be counterfeit |
| Punishment | 3 Years + Fine |
| Cognizance | Cognizable |
| Bail | Non-bailable |
| Triable By | Magistrate First Class |
| Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
