What is the punishment for Dhara 256?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 256 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 256 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 256 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is Dhara 256 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 256 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 256 are triable by the Court of Session.

Can IPC Section 256 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 256 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Having possession of instrument or material for counterfeiting Government stamp.—

Section

256

Punishment

Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine

Cognizable

Bailable

Non-bailable

Compoundable

Non-Compoundable (Refer to CrPC 320 for exceptions)

Trial Court

Court of Session

Bare Act Text

256. Having possession of instrument or material for counterfeiting Government stamp.— Whoever has in his possession any instrument or material for the purpose of being used, or knowing or having reason to believe that it is intended to be used, for the purpose of counterfeiting 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, and shall also be liable to fine.