BNSChapter XIV

S. 235

Using as true a certificate known to be false.

Description

Whoever corruptly uses or attempts to use any such certificate as a true certificate, knowing the same to be false in any material point, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave false evidence.

BNSS Classification

  • The same as for giving false evidence.
  • Non-cognizable
  • Bailable
  • Triable by Court by which offence of giving false evidence is triable.