IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 422 IPC

Dishonestly or fraudulently preventing debt being available for creditors

Offence

Whoever dishonestly or fraudulently prevents any debt or demand due to himself or to any other person from being made available according to law for payment of his debts or the debts of such other person,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 422 IPC

Section 422 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Dishonestly or fraudulently preventing debt being available for creditors”. 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 two years, 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.