IPC · XIII — OF OFFENCES RELATING TO WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

Section 265. Fraudulent use of false weight or measure

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

265. Fraudulent use of false weight or measure . — Whoever fraudulently uses any false weight or false measure of length or capacity, or fraudulently uses any weight or any measure of length or capacity as a different weight or measure from what it is, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.

Source: India Code