IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 258 IPC

Sale of counterfeit Government stamp

Offence

Whoever sells, or offers for sale, any stamp which he knows or has reason to believe to be a counterfeit of any stamp issued by Government for the purpose of revenue,

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 258 IPC

Section 258 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Sale of counterfeit Government stamp”. 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.