# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 209: Dishonestly making false claim in Court

- Act: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Act 45 of 1860)
- In force from: 1862-01-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/ipc/section/209/

## Text

Dishonesty making false claim in Court.--Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly, or with intent to injure or annoy any person, makes in a Court of Justice any claim which he knows to be false, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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