IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 244 IPC

Person employed in mint causing coin to be of different weight or composition from that fixed by law

Offence

Whoever, being employed in any mint lawfully established in India, does any act, or omits what he is legally bound to do, with the intention of causing any coin issued from that mint to be of a different weight or composition from the weight or composition fixed by law,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: seven years.
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FAQ — Section 244 IPC

Section 244 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Person employed in mint causing coin to be of different weight or composition from that fixed by law”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.