# The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, Section 12: Punishment for abetment of offences

- Act: The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (Act 49 of 1988)
- In force from: 1988-09-09
- Ministry: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/pc-act/section/12/

## Text

1[12. Punishment for abetment of offences.-- Whoever abets any offence punishable under this Act, whether or not that offence is committed in consequence of that abetment, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than three years, but which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine.]

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