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Section 471 — Using Forged Document as Genuine
471
471
Using Forged Document as Genuine
Indian Penal Code
Offences Relating to Documents and to Property Marks
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Reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 yearsNon BailableCognizableNon Compoundable
🗣️ Simple Explanation
If someone uses a fake document, knowing it's fake, as if it were real, they are committing a crime. The punishment is the same as if they had created the fake document themselves.
⚖️ Punishment
Same punishment as if the person had forged the document.
💡 Real Life Example
A uses a fake ID card to get a job, knowing it's forged. This is a crime under this section.
🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
- •You have the right to be informed of the charges against you.
- •You have the right to a lawyer.
- •You have the right to a fair trial.
Sources & References
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Indian Penal Code
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