This section makes it illegal to cheat someone by pretending to be someone else online, using a computer or phone. This includes things like creating fake profiles or impersonating someone to get money or information.
Imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine of up to ₹1 lakh.
A creates a fake social media profile of B and uses it to ask B's friends for money. This is cheating by personation.
- •You have the right to report identity theft and impersonation to the police.
- •You can file a complaint with the cyber cell.
- •You can seek legal help to recover your losses.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Information Technology Act
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