Quick Navigation
Section 254 - Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
255. Counterfeiting Government stamp
Whoever counterfeits, or knowingly performs any part of the process of counterfeiting, any stamp issued by Government for the purpose of revenue, shall be punished with 104[imprisonment for life], or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Explanation- A person commits this offence who counterfeits by causing a genuine stamp of one denomination to appear like a genuine stamp of a different denomination.
Related Sections
- Section 121A: Conspiracy to commit offences punishable by section 121
- Section 94: Act to which a person is compelled by threats
- Section 81: Act likely to cause harm, but done without criminal intent, and to prevent other harm
- Section 120A: Definition of criminal conspiracy
- Section 355: Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonor person, otherwise than on grave provocation
Related Acts
* Only for reference.