Section 342(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with counterfeiting device or mark used For authenticating documents Described in section 338, or Possessing counterfeit marked Material — clause (1). Under the old law this was Section 475 of the IPC.
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Section 342(1) BNS - Counterfeiting device or mark used For authenticating documents Described in section 338, or Possessing counterfeit marked Material — clause (1)
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 342(1) - Counterfeiting device or mark used For authenticating documents Described in section 338, or Possessing counterfeit marked Material — clause (1)
- Old provision
- Section 475 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 7 years and fine.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Magistrate of the first class.
Old law → Section 342(1) BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 475 IPC | Modified | IPC section is included as a sub - section in BNS. |
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