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The Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules, 1964

Penalty for possession of contraband excisable article

In force Act 5 of 1964 As on 14 Oct 2026

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Act 5 of 1964

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Section 33 of the Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules, 1964 deals with penalty for possession of contraband excisable article. Whoever, without lawful authority, has in his possession any quantity of [excisable article] knowing the same to have been unlawfully imported, transported or manufactured or knowing that the prescribed duty has not been paid thereon, shall, [without prejudice to the provisions of section 30,] on co

Whoever, without lawful authority, has in his possession any quantity of [excisable article] knowing the same to have been unlawfully imported, transported or manufactured or knowing that the prescribed duty has not been paid thereon, shall, 2[without prejudice to the provisions of section 30,] on conviction before Magistrate, be punished with fine which may extend to 113[ten thousand rupees or with imprisonment which may extend to one year] or with both.

Section 33, The Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules, 1964 (Act 5 of 1964).

Questions about Section 33

What does Section 33 of the Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules deal with?

Section 33 of the Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules is headed "Penalty for possession of contraband excisable article". Whoever, without lawful authority, has in his possession any quantity of [excisable article] knowing the same to have been unlawfully imported, transported or manufactured or knowing that the prescribed duty has not been paid thereon, shall, [without prejudice to the provisions of section 30,] on co

How do I find court cases under Section 33 of the Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules?

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When was the Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules enacted?

Goa Excise Duty Act and Rules was enacted in 1964 as Act 5 of 1964. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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