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The Andhra Pradesh Children Act, 1979

Section 14

In force Act 26 of 1979 As on 16 Oct 2026

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Act 26 of 1979

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Section 14 of the Andhra Pradesh Children Act, 1979. Special provision in respect of pending cases - Notwithstanding anything in this Act, all proceedings in respect of a child pending in a court on the date on which this Act comes into force shall be continued in that court, as if this Act had not been passed and if such court finds that the child ha

Special provision in respect of pending cases - Notwithstanding anything in this Act, all proceedings in respect of a child pending in a court on the date on which this Act comes into force shall be continued in that court, as if this Act had not been passed and if such court finds that the child has committed an offence, it shall record such finding and, instead of passing any sentence in respect of the child forward the child to the competent court under this Act, which shall pass orders in respect of that child, in accordance with the provisions of this Act, as if it has been satisfied on enquiry under this Act that the child has committed the offence.

Section 14, The Andhra Pradesh Children Act, 1979 (Act 26 of 1979).

Questions about Section 14

How do I find court cases under Section 14 of the Andhra Pradesh Children Act?

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When was the Andhra Pradesh Children Act enacted?

Andhra Pradesh Children Act was enacted in 1979 as Act 26 of 1979. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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