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Section 423 — Dishonest or fraudulent execution of deed of transfer containing a false statement of consideration

As in force on 1 March 2022.

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  1. 30 March 1987 Enacted
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423.Dishonest or fraudulent execution of deed of transfer containing a false statement of consideration

Whoever dishonestly or fraudulently signs, executes, or becomes a party to any deed or instrument which purports to transfer or subject to any charge any property, or any interest therein, and which contains any false statement relating to the consideration for such transfer or charge, or relating to the person or persons for whose use or benefit it is really intended to operate, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, or with fine, or with both.