Indian Penal Code, 1860
Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of Indian coin.—
Section
247
Punishment
Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine
Cognizable
Cognizable
Bailable
Non-bailable
Compoundable
Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)
Trial Court
Court of Session
Bare Act Text
247. Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of Indian coin.—
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.