IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 264 IPC

Fraudulent use of false instrument for weighing

Offence

Whoever, fraudulently uses any instrument for weighing which he knows to be false,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: one year.
← Sec. 263A All sections Sec. 265 →

FAQ — Section 264 IPC

Section 264 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Fraudulent use of false instrument for weighing”. 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 one year, or with fine, or with both.

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.