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Section 473A — Making or possessing equipment for making a false instrument

As in force on 30 May 2025.

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473A.Making or possessing equipment for making a false instrument

Whoever makes or has in his custody or under his control a machine or implement, or paper or other material, which to his knowledge is or has been specifically designed or adapted for the making of any false instrument shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years, or with fine, or with both.