# The Electricity Act, 2003, Section 140: Penalty for intentionally injuring works

- Act: The Electricity Act, 2003 (Act 36 of 2003)
- In force from: 2003-06-10
- Ministry: Ministry of Power
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/electricity-act-2003/section/140/

## Text

1[Whoever, with intent to cut off the supply of electricity, cuts or injures, or attempts to cut or injure, any electric supply line or works, shall be punishable with fine which may extend to ten thousand rupees.]

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