IPC Section 260: Using As Genuine A Government Stamp Known To Be Counterfeit
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IPC Section 260: Using As Genuine A Government Stamp Known To Be Counterfeit
Whoever uses as genuine any stamp, knowing it 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, or with fine, or with both.
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| Offence | Using as genuine a Government stamp known to be counterfeit |
| Punishment | 7 Years or Fine or Both |
| Cognizance | Cognizable |
| Bail | Non-bailable |
| Triable By | Court of Session |
| Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
