# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 246: Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition of coin

- 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/246/

## Text

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 three years, and shall also be liable to fine. Explanation.-A person who scoops out part of the coin and puts anything else into the cavity alters the composition of the coin. 247. Fraudulently or dishonestly diminishing weight or altering composition

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