Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago
If someone is accused of cheating under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code, what’s the harshest punishment they could face? Let’s say the case involves property fraud. The accused took money as “Amanat” (trust) and returned it upon request, with a notarized receipt on stamped paper. But the complainant is denying receiving the money, claiming the receipt is just for show. Can they deny a notarized receipt? Also, if someone sold a property for ₹8 lakhs and registered it in the sale deed, could they later claim it was sold for ₹26 lakhs to file a false FIR under Section 420 without any evidence?
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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago
Under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code, the harshest punishment for cheating is imprisonment up to 7 years and a fine. A notarized receipt on stamped paper is considered strong evidence, but the complainant can challenge its authenticity in court. A person cannot file a false FIR claiming a higher sale price without evidence, as this would constitute perjury and could lead to further legal action.
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