Chapter XI — OFFENCES

Section 66CPunishment for identity theft

Section 66C: Punishment for identity theft

66C. Punishment for identity theft

Whoever, fraudulently or dishonestly make use of the electronic signature, password or any other unique identification feature of any other person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years and shall also be liable to fine which may extend to rupees one lakh.