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The Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, 1958

Release of accused when evidence deficient

In force Act 9 of 1901 As on 17 Oct 2026

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Act 9 of 1901

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Section 44 of the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, 1958 deals with release of accused when evidence deficient. If on enquiry under this Act it appears to the officer holding the enquiry, that there is not sufficient evidence or reasonable ground to justify the forwarding of the accused to a Magistrate, such officer shall, if such person is in custody, release him on his executing a bond with or without suret

If on enquiry under this Act it appears to the officer holding the enquiry, that there is not sufficient evidence or reasonable ground to justify the forwarding of the accused to a Magistrate, such officer shall, if such person is in custody, release him on his executing a bond with or without sureties as such officer may direct, to appear if and when so required, before a Magistrate having jurisdiction to try the case.

Section 44, The Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, 1958 (Act 9 of 1901).

Questions about Section 44

What does Section 44 of the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act deal with?

Section 44 of the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act is headed "Release of accused when evidence deficient". If on enquiry under this Act it appears to the officer holding the enquiry, that there is not sufficient evidence or reasonable ground to justify the forwarding of the accused to a Magistrate, such officer shall, if such person is in custody, release him on his executing a bond with or without suret

How do I find court cases under Section 44 of the Jammu and Kashmir 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: Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act 44, section 44 Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, section 44 of the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

When was the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act enacted?

Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act was enacted in 1901 as Act 9 of 1901. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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