If any person does any of the acts mentioned in section 23 with the intention of unlawfully learning the contents of any message, or of committing any offence punishable under this Act, he may (in addition to the fine with which he is punishable under section 23) be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year.
Section 24: Unlawfully attempting to learn contents of messages
Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 (Central Act 13 of 1885)State Act of Tamil Nadu · Act 13 of 1885
Where this provision sits
| Act | Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 (Central Act 13 of 1885) |
|---|---|
| Section | 24 |
| Marginal note | Unlawfully attempting to learn contents of messages |
| Jurisdiction | State of Tamil Nadu |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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