What is the punishment for Dhara 237?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 237 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Three Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 237 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 237 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is Dhara 237 a cognizable offense?

The legal status regarding police arrest without a warrant is that this offense is Cognizable.

Which court has the jurisdiction to try IPC 237 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 237 are triable by the Magistrate First Class.

Can IPC Section 237 be compromised (Compoundable)?

The compoundable nature of this offense, meaning whether the parties can settle it out of court, is classified as: Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions).

IPC Section 237 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Import or export of counterfeit coin.—

Section

237

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Three Year(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Bailable

Non-bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Magistrate First Class

Bare Act Text

237. Import or export of counterfeit coin.— Whoever imports into India, or exports therefrom, any counterfeit coin, knowing or having reason to believe that the same is counterfeit, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.