Section 52
Section 52 of the Delhi Excise Act, 2009. Presumption as to commission of offence in certain cases (1) In prosecution under section 33, it shall be presumed, until the contrary is proved, that the accused person has committed the offence punishable under that section in respect of any intoxicant, still, utensil, implement or apparatus, for
Presumption as to commission of offence in certain cases (1) In prosecution under section 33, it shall be presumed, until the contrary is proved, that the accused person has committed the offence punishable under that section in respect of any intoxicant, still, utensil, implement or apparatus, for the possession of which he is unable to account satisfactorily.
(2) Where any animal, vessel, cart or other vehicle is used in the commission of an offence under this Act, and is liable to confiscation, the owner thereof shall be deemed to be guilty of such offence and such owner shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly, unless he satisfies the court that he had exercised due care in the prevention of the commission of such an offence.
Section 52, The Delhi Excise Act, 2009 (Act 10 of 2010).
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Questions about Section 52
How do I find court cases under Section 52 of the Delhi Excise 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: Delhi Excise Act 2009 52, section 52 Delhi Excise Act 2009, section 52 of the Delhi Excise 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 52 of the Delhi Excise Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 33, so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When was the Delhi Excise Act enacted?
Delhi Excise Act was enacted in 2010 as Act 10 of 2010. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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