Section 242 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, (BSA), 2023
Here’s a clear breakdown of Section 242 of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023:
📜 Section 242 – False personation in legal proceedings
Text:
“Whoever falsely personates another, and in such assumed character makes any admission or statement, or confesses judgment, or causes any process to be issued or becomes bail or security, or does any other act in any suit or criminal prosecution, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.” (cdtihyd.gov.in)
🔍 What this means
False personation: Pretending to be someone else—another individual—during legal proceedings (civil or criminal).
Actions included: The impersonator may:
Make admissions or statements in court,
Confess judgment on behalf of the impersonated person,
Get court processes issued,
Act as bail or security provider, or
Perform any other act within a legal proceeding.
⚖️ Legal consequences
Punishment: Up to three years of imprisonment, or a fine, or both.
Intent behind the act: The primary goal is to deceive the court or influence proceedings by assuming someone else's identity.
📝 Example
If Ravi poses as Suresh in court and falsely acknowledges that Suresh owes money to another party, this is a direct violation of Section 242; Ravi can be prosecuted and penalized under this provision (kanoongpt.in).
✅ Why this matters
It upholds the integrity of judicial proceedings by preventing identity fraud.
Ensures that only legitimately entitled individuals can represent themselves or participate in court processes.
In summary, Section 242 criminalizes the act of impersonation in any form within legal proceedings, imposing penalties to safeguard the justice system from deceit and misrepresentation.
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