What is the punishment for Dhara 247?

The punishment for an offense committed under IPC 247 is specifically outlined as: Imprisonment up to Seven Year(s) + Fine.

Is IPC 247 bailable or non-bailable?

Under the law, an offense under Section 247 of the Indian Penal Code is classified as a Non-bailable offense.

Is Dhara 247 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 247 cases?

Cases pertaining to IPC Section 247 are triable by the Court of Session.

Can IPC Section 247 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 247 In English

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

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.