Using evidence known to be false
Full Text
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.
Plain English Summary
Using or attempting to use evidence that one knows to be false or fabricated, as if it were true and genuine, is punished in the same manner as actually giving or fabricating false evidence.
Key Legal Elements
- Use or attempt to use evidence as true or genuine
- Knowledge that the evidence is false or fabricated
- Corrupt intention in using it
Punishment
Punished in the same manner as if he gave or fabricated false evidence (ranges from 3 years to imprisonment for life depending on the case type).
Practical Note
This section prevents the presentation of false documents, affidavits, or other fabricated materials in court. The prosecution must prove that the accused knew the evidence was false and corruptly attempted to use it as genuine.
हिंदी पाठ
जो कोई भी किसी ऐसे सबूत को, जिसके बारे में वह जानता है कि वह झूठा या मनगढ़ंत है, सच्चे या असली साक्ष्य के रूप में भ्रष्ट तरीके से उपयोग या उपयोग करने का प्रयास करेगा, तो उसे उसी तरह से दंडित किया जाएगा जैसे कि उसने झूठा सबूत दिया या गढ़ा।