# The Delhi Development Act, 1957, Section 50: Magistrate’s power to impose enhanced penalties

- Act: The Delhi Development Act, 1957 (Act 61 of 1957)
- In force from: 1957-12-30
- Ministry: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/delhi-development-act-1957/section/50/

## Text

Notwithstanding anything contained in 1[section 29 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974), it shall be lawful for any court of a Metropolitan Magistrate] to pass any sentence authorised by this Act in excess of its powers under the said section.

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