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Section 239 — Delivery to another of coin, possessed with the knowledge that it is counterfeit

As in force on 15 May 1998.

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239.Delivery to another of coin, possessed with the knowledge that it is counterfeit

Whoever, having any counterfeit coin which at the time when he became possessed of it he knew to be counterfeit, fraudulently or with intent that fraud may be committed, delivers the same to any person, or attempts to induce any person to receive it, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years, and shall also be liable to fine.