Execution of sentence of imprisonment in special cases
Section 168 of the Air Force Act, 1950 deals with execution of sentence of imprisonment in special cases. Whenever, in the opinion of an air or other officer commanding a group, any sentence or portion of a sentence of imprisonment cannot for special reasons, conveniently be carried out in a military or air force prison or in air force custody in accordance with the provisions of section 166 such office The Act came into force on 22 Jul 1950.
Whenever, in the opinion of an air or other officer commanding a group, any sentence or portion of a sentence of imprisonment cannot for special reasons, conveniently be carried out in a military or air force prison or in air force custody in accordance with the provisions of section 166 such officer may direct that such sentence or portion of sentence shall be carried out by confinement in any civil prison or other fit place.
Section 168, The Air Force Act, 1950 (Act 45 of 1950).
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Questions about Section 168
What does Section 168 of the Air Force Act deal with?
Section 168 of the Air Force Act is headed "Execution of sentence of imprisonment in special cases". Whenever, in the opinion of an air or other officer commanding a group, any sentence or portion of a sentence of imprisonment cannot for special reasons, conveniently be carried out in a military or air force prison or in air force custody in accordance with the provisions of section 166 such office
How do I find court cases under Section 168 of the Air Force Act?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Air Force Act 1950 168, section 168 Air Force Act 1950, section 168 of the Air Force Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
What should I read with Section 168 of the Air Force Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 166 (Execution of sentence of imprisonment), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 168 of the Air Force Act come into force?
Section 168 of the Air Force Act, cited as Air Force Act 1950 168, came into force on 22 Jul 1950, having been enacted on 18 May 1950. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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