Execution of sentence of fine
Section 174 of the Army Act, 1950 deals with execution of sentence of fine. When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 69 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer, or where no confirmation is required, by the officer holding the trial may be sent to any magistrate in Indi The Act came into force on 22 Jul 1950.
When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 69 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer, or where no confirmation is required, by the officer holding the trial may be sent to any magistrate in India, and such magistrate shall thereupon cause the fine to be recovered in accordance with the provision of the 1[Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973(2 of 1974)], or any corresponding law in force in 2[the State of Jammu and Kashmir*] for the levy of fines as if it were a sentence of fine imposed by such magistrate.
Section 174, The Army Act, 1950 (Act 46 of 1950).
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Questions about Section 174
What does Section 174 of the Army Act deal with?
Section 174 of the Army Act is headed "Execution of sentence of fine". When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under section 69 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by the confirming officer, or where no confirmation is required, by the officer holding the trial may be sent to any magistrate in Indi
How do I find court cases under Section 174 of the Army 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: Army Act 1950 174, section 174 Army Act 1950, section 174 of the Army 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 174 of the Army Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 69 (Civil offences), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 174 of the Army Act come into force?
Section 174 of the Army Act, cited as Army Act 1950 174, came into force on 22 Jul 1950, having been enacted on 20 May 1950. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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