IPCChapter XI

S. 196

Using evidence known to be false

Description

Whoever corruptly uses or attempts to use as true or genuine evidence any evidence which he knows to be false or fabricated, shall be punished in the same manner as if he gave or fabricated false evidence.

Classification u/schedule 1 CrPC

Offence

Punishment

Using in a judicial proceeding evidence known to be false or fabricated

As For False Evidence

Cognizance

Bail

Triable By

Non-Cognizable

Same As Offence

As for False Evidence

Composition u/s 320 CrPC

Offence is NOT listed under Compoundable Offences