BNS Section 188 – Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of coin
Chapter 10: Offences Relating to Coin and Currency ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 188
IPC S.246 modified
🔒 Non-Bailable
🔍 Cognizable
⚖ Magistrate Court
Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly performs on any coin any operation which diminishes the weight or alters the composition of that coin shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 7 years and fine. Cognizable. Non-bailable. Triable by Magistrate of first class.
