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.
CHAPTER XI OFFENCES
Section 66C: Punishment for identity theft
The Information Technology Act, 2000
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1. A is accused of an offence under Section 66C of the Information Technology Act, 2000, which is punishable with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years and with fine. By virtue of Section 77B of the Act, the offence is: