Execution of sentence of fine
Section 172 of the Air Force Act, 1950 deals with execution of sentence of fine. When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 71 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer may be sent to any magistrate in India, and such magistrate shall thereupon cause the fine to be recovered in The Act came into force on 22 Jul 1950.
When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 71 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer may be sent to any magistrate in India, and such magistrate shall thereupon cause the fine to be recovered in accordance with the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (5 of 1898), or any corresponding law in force in 1[the State of Jammu and Kashmir], for the levy of fines as if were a sentence of fine imposed by such Magistrate.
Section 172, The Air Force Act, 1950 (Act 45 of 1950).
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Questions about Section 172
What does Section 172 of the Air Force Act deal with?
Section 172 of the Air Force Act is headed "Execution of sentence of fine". When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 71 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer may be sent to any magistrate in India, and such magistrate shall thereupon cause the fine to be recovered in
How do I find court cases under Section 172 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 172, section 172 Air Force Act 1950, section 172 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 172 of the Air Force Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 71 (Civil offences), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 172 of the Air Force Act come into force?
Section 172 of the Air Force Act, cited as Air Force Act 1950 172, 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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