Section 418 of the IT Act 2025 deals with cheating someone when you know it could cause them harm. This means you intentionally deceive someone, knowing it could hurt them financially or otherwise.
Imprisonment which may extend to 7 years and fine.
A software developer, entrusted with a client's financial data, intentionally creates a backdoor to steal funds, knowing it will cause the client financial loss.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
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📚 Act Reference: Income Tax Act, 2025
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