What is the punishment for Dhara 257?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 257 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 257 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 257 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is Dhara 257 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 257 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 257 are triable by the Court of Session.

Can IPC Section 257 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 257 In English

Indian Penal Code, 1860

Making or selling instrument for counterfeiting Government stamp.—

Section

257

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

257. Making or selling instrument for counterfeiting Government stamp.— Whoever makes or performs any part of the process of making, or buys, or sells, or disposes of, any instrument 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.