IPC Section 240: Delivery Of Indian Coin, Possessed With Knowledge That It Is Counterfeit
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IPC Section 240: Delivery Of Indian Coin, Possessed With Knowledge That It Is Counterfeit
Whoever, having any counterfeit coin which is a counterfeit of 1 [Indian coin], and which, at the time when he became possessed of it, he knew to be a counterfeit of 1 Indian coin, fraudulently or with intent that fraud may be committed, delivers the same to any person, or attempts to induce any person to receive it, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Amendments
- Subs. by the A. O. 1950, for ‘the Queens coin”.
-Text In Indian Penal Code
| Offence | Same with respect to Indian coin |
| Punishment | 10 Years + Fine |
| Cognizance | Cognizable |
| Bail | Non-bailable |
| Triable By | Court of Session |
| Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
