Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 18
Offences relating to Documents & Property Marks
Section 340 • Forged document or electronic record and using it as genuine.
Description
(1) A false document or electronic record made wholly or in part by forgery is designated a forged document or electronic record.
(2) Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly uses as genuine any document or electronic record which he knows or has reason to believe to be a forged document or electronic record, shall be punished in the same manner as if he had forged such document or electronic record.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 18 (Offences relating to Documents & Property Marks). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.