IPC Section 247 — Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of Indian coin

Summary

If someone fraudulently or dishonestly reduces the weight or changes the metal content of an Indian coin, they can be sent to prison for up to seven years and also fined. This applies to any action that makes the coin lighter or changes what it is made of.

Official Text

Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly performs on any Indian coin any operation which diminishes the weight or alters the composition of that coin, 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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