# The Customs Act, 1962, Section 138: Offences to be tried summarily

- Act: The Customs Act, 1962 (Act 52 of 1962)
- In force from: 1963-02-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Finance
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/customs-act-1962/section/138/

## Text

Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (5 of 1898), an offence under this Chapter other than an offence punishable 1[under clause (i) of sub-section (1) of section 135 or under sub-section (2) of that section] may be tried summarily by a Magistrate.

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