IPC Section 258: Sale Of Counterfeit Government Stamp
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IPC Section 258: Sale Of Counterfeit Government Stamp
Whoever sells, or offers for sale, any stamp which he knows or has reason to believe to be a counterfeit of any stamp issued by Government for the purpose of revenue, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.
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Offence | Sale of counterfeit Government stamp |
Punishment | 7 Years + Fine |
Cognizance | Cognizable |
Bail | Non-bailable |
Triable By | Magistrate First Class |
Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |