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The main distinction is that Section 467 addresses the act of making forgery, a substantive offence, whereas Section 228 relates to the procedural stage of initiating criminal proceedings by framing charges based on the evidence ["H. G. Grover S/o Shri Kesar Das VS State Of Rajasthan, Through The Pp - Rajasthan"], ["Anand Pyasi vs State of Madhya Pradesh - Madhya Pradesh"].
Main points and insights
The court’s approach in framing charges should be based on sufficient prima facie evidence, and if no forgery is established, Sections 467 and 471 IPC are not attracted ["Pankaj Kumar VS State of Jharkhand - Jharkhand"].
Analysis and conclusion
In the evolving landscape of Indian criminal law, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, has replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, introducing new section numbers and nuances. A common query among legal enthusiasts and practitioners is: What is the difference between Section 228 of BNS and forgery? This question arises as BNS reorganizes offences, and Section 228 BNS has been invoked in contexts involving forged documents, distinct from traditional forgery provisions. This post breaks down the distinctions, drawing from judicial precedents and legal documents, to clarify these concepts. Note that this is general information and not specific legal advice—consult a qualified lawyer for your situation.
Section 228 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, appears in applications seeking criminal proceedings for producing forged documents, often alongside Section 229 BNS. For instance, in a case, an application was filed under Section 215(1)(B) and Section 379 of The Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sahita, 2023, and under Section 228 and 229 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, for initiation of criminal proceedings against the defendants for producing forged... THE FOOD MASTERS vs V G AND GROUP & ORS. - 2024 Supreme(Online)(DEL) 7609. This suggests Section 228 BNS targets specific acts related to forgery or falsification in legal proceedings, potentially akin to obstructing justice or using false documents.
However, traditional references often confuse it with IPC Section 228, which criminalizes intentional insult or interruption to a public servant while in judicial proceedings. Under IPC, this was treated as a substantive offence, punishable by complaint before a magistrate. In one key case during an Employees' Provident Funds inquiry, the respondent abused and attempted to assault the Presiding Officer, leading to a complaint under IPC Section 228. The Supreme Court upheld the magistrate's jurisdiction, noting: An authority presiding over a judicial proceeding will be competent to file complaint u/s 228 CrPC even though it does not partake nature of a court AMIT VASHISTHA VS SURESH - 2017 7 Supreme 37. Proceedings under such authorities qualify as judicial for IPC Sections 193 and 228 purposes AMIT VASHISTHA VS SURESH - 2017 7 Supreme 37.
With BNS replacing IPC, Section 228 BNS may align more closely with forgery-related obstructions, as seen in recent invocations, but documents primarily reference its IPC predecessor for insults in quasi-judicial settings like provident fund inquiries AMIT VASHISTHA VS SURESH - 2017 7 Supreme 37. Punishments under IPC 228 typically involve simple imprisonment up to 6 months or fine, emphasizing procedural respect over deceit.
Forgery, conversely, involves making a false document with intent to cause damage, injury, or cheat, primarily under IPC Sections 463-477A (likely restructured in BNS). Section 463 IPC defines forgery as making a false document with dishonest intent. Key elements include:
In BNS, forgery provisions are consolidated, with Sections 228 and 229 invoked for forged productions in court THE FOOD MASTERS vs V G AND GROUP & ORS. - 2024 Supreme(Online)(DEL) 7609. Courts quash charges if no making or intent is proven, as in cases deleting Sections 467, 468, 471 IPC charges Vijay Pal Sharma VS State of NCT of Delhi - 2023 Supreme(Del) 3316.
While both may intersect in judicial contexts involving documents, their core distinctions lie in elements, scope, and procedure:
Forgery: Falsification of documents with dishonest intent to cheat or harm. Accused must be the maker Vijay Pal Sharma VS State of NCT of Delhi - 2023 Supreme(Del) 3316Binu K. Sam VS State of Kerala - 2021 Supreme(Ker) 1089.
Punishments:
Forgery: Harsher, up to life imprisonment for severe cases (e.g., public records), often 2-7 years C. S. Aggarwal VS State - 2019 Supreme(Del) 761.
Procedure and Jurisdiction:
Forgery: Typically police investigation, charge framing under CrPC Sections 227/228 (tentative vs. definite opinion) ALKA RAY vs STATE OF U.P. THRU. PRIN. SECY. HOMEThe State Of Madhya Pradesh vs Ritul Kumar Pandey - 2025 Supreme(Online)(MP) 9012. Sessions judges can alter charges for connected forgery offences KAPILDEO UPADHYA VS STATE - 1954 Supreme(All) 7.
Scope:
No direct comparisons exist in the reviewed documents, limiting full analysis, but forgery demands deceit absent in Section 228 insults AMIT VASHISTHA VS SURESH - 2017 7 Supreme 37.
These precedents highlight courts' caution: no prima facie case, no trial.
Section 228 BNS differs fundamentally from forgery: the former safeguards judicial processes from insults or false productions, while forgery punishes document deceit with stricter penalties. As BNS beds in, watch for evolving interpretations. Key takeaways:- Verify 'maker' and intent for forgery.- Section 228 suits disruptions, not falsification alone.- Always check prima facie materials before charges.
Stay informed on BNS transitions. For personalized guidance, consult a legal expert. References include judicial documents like AMIT VASHISTHA VS SURESH - 2017 7 Supreme 37, Vijay Pal Sharma VS State of NCT of Delhi - 2023 Supreme(Del) 3316, and others cited.
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Before beginning with the discussion on Sections 467, 468 and 471, it is necessary to have a look at the definition of ‘forgery’ provided under Section 463. ... The provision under Section 228 begins with the phrase ‘after such consideration and hearing as aforesaid’ which means that similar to the consideration and hearing done before discharging an accused under Section 227, before framing a charge as well, the judge is required to hear the contentions proffered ... The stage of framing of charge is a....
If the Court finds that sufficient material is available to connect the accused with the offence, then Section 228 of Code of Criminal Procedure , 1973, comes into role, provision is also quoted as under:- "228. ... Section 467 of IPC prescribes punishment for making forgery of valuable security, bill, etc. whereas Section 468 of IPC speaks about the punishment for forgery for the purpose of cheating. ... Under the IPC, the definition of forgery....
Section 467 of IPC prescribes punishment for making forgery of valuable security, bill, etc. whereas Section 468 of IPC speaks about the punishment for forgery for the purpose of cheating. ... If the Court finds that sufficient material is available to connect the accused with the offence, then Section 228 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 , comes into role, provision is also quoted as under:- "228. ... Under the IPC, the definition of forgery ....
The standard of test and judgment which is to be finally applied before recording a finding regarding the guilt or otherwise of the accused is not exactly to be applied at this stage of deciding the matter under Section 227 or under Section 228 of the Code. ... As held in plethora of cases, making of a document is different than causing it to be made. ... If there is no forgery, then neither section 467 nor section 471 of the Code are attracted." 26. In Sheila Sebas....
228 of Code, is that while considering an application for discharge of accused under Section 227 of Code, Court has to form a definite ... court while considering an application for discharge of accused persons under Section 227 and approach while framing charges under Section ... There is a fine distinction between the language of Sections 227 and 228 of the Code. Section 227 is the expression of a definite opinion and judgment of the Court while Section 228 is tentative. ... Framing ....
There is a fine distinction between the language of Sections 227 and 228 of the Code. Section 227 is the expression of a definite opinion and judgment of the Court while Section 228 is tentative. ... Framing of a charge is an exercise of jurisdiction by the trial court in terms of Section 228 of the Code, unless the accused is discharged under Section 227 of the Code. ... Thus the law regarding the approach to be adopted by the court while considering an....
There is a fine distinction between the language of Sections 227 and 228 of the Code. Section 227 is the expression of a definite opinion and judgment of the Court while Section 228 is tentative. ... But if, on the other hand, it is so at the initial stage of making an order under Section 227 or Section 228, then in such a situation ordinarily and generally the order which will have to be made will be one under Section 228 and not u....
terms of Section 228(1)(a) and if exclusively triable by the Court of Sessions, commit the same to the Court of Sessions in terms of Section 228(1)(b). ... There is a fine distinction between the language of Sections 227 and 228 of the Code. Section 227 is expression of a definite opinion and judgment of the Court while Section 228 is tentative. ... The intention to commit an offence is different from the intention or knowledge requ....
The present application has been filed on behalf of the plaintiff under Section 215(1)(B) and Section 379 of The Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sahita, 2023, and under Section 228 and 229 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, for initiation of criminal proceedings against the defendants for producing forged ... 215(1)(B) and Section 379 of The Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sahita, 2023 and under Section 228 and 229 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita#HL_EN....
... [14] Having regard to the generality of the provisions of Section 227 and the subsequent sections, namely, Sections 228, 229, 230 and 231, Criminal P. ... These other offences are said to be connected with the offences of forgery with which the applicant was charged in each case. ... The reason is that when the transaction is one, the evidence in proof of it will be the same, whatever be the nature of different offences committed by means of that transaction, and in such a case the legislature considers that there is....
If a person simply commits forgery and keeps the forged materials in secrecy, without making any impact on anyone else, then no offence will be made out and hence Section 469 is a self contained provision whereas Section 471 according to him is intended for a situation when a person has not actually committed forgery and it does not apply to a person who committed forgery for whom Section 469 alone can be applied. The contention is that, Section 469 is applicable to a person committing forgery and Section 471 applies to someone other than the person committing the act of forgery.#H....
If a person simply commits forgery and keeps the forged materials in secrecy, without making any impact on anyone else, then no offence will be made out and hence Section 469 is a self contained provision whereas Section 471 according to him is intended for a situation when a person has not actually committed forgery and it does not apply to a person who committed forgery for whom Section 469 alone can be applied. The contention is that, Section 469 is applicable to a person committing forgery and Section 471 applies to someone other than the person committing the act of forgery.#H....
Forgery of record of Court or of public register 466 Imprisonment upto 7 years and fine 3. Section 463 defines "Forgery" and Section 464 defines "Making a false document". Sections 465 to 477A provide punishment for different categories of forgery which are tabulated hereunder: S. No. Offences Sections Punishment 1. Punishment for forgery 465 Imprisonment upto 2 ....
Section 463 defines forgery and Section 464 deals with making a false statement.
Section 463 defines forgery and Section 464 deals with making a false statement.
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