IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 276 IPC

Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation

Offence

Whoever knowingly sells, or offers or exposes for sale, or issues from a dispensary for medicinal purposes, any drug or medical preparation, as a different drug or medical preparation,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: six months.
  • Fine: one thousand rupees.
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FAQ — Section 276 IPC

Section 276 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation”. 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 six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, 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.