IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 489B IPC

Using as genuine, forged or counterfeit currency-notes or bank-notes

Offence

Whoever sells to, or buys or receives from, any other person, or otherwise traffics in or uses as genuine, any forged or counterfeit currency-note or bank-note, knowing or having reason to believe the same to be forged or counterfeit,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment for life may be imposed.
  • Imprisonment: life.
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FAQ — Section 489B IPC

Section 489B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Using as genuine, forged or counterfeit currency-notes or bank-notes”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten 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.