The Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001
andhra-pradesh · 2001
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement - (1) This Act may be called the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 20
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001, including "abet," "organised crime," and "continuing unlawful activity."
- S. 3Section 3 of Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001 prescribes severe penalties for organised crime, including life imprisonment and fines.
- S. 4Section 4 penalizes possession of unaccountable wealth on behalf of organized crime members with imprisonment and fines, with property liable for forfeiture.
- S. 5Section 5 establishes Special Courts in Andhra Pradesh to handle organized crime cases, with judges appointed by the State Government.
- S. 6Section 6 specifies that offenses under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act are to be tried only by designated Special Courts.
- S. 7Special Courts can try connected additional offenses during trials for organized crime offenses under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001.
- S. 8Section 8 appoints Public Prosecutors for Special Courts and sets qualifications for their roles.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the procedure and powers of Special Courts in Andhra Pradesh to try organized crime offenses either summarily or in full court.
- S. 10Section 10 prioritizes trials under this Act in Special Courts over other cases.
- S. 11Section 11 allows Special Courts to transfer non-triable cases to regular courts for trial.
- S. 12Section 12 allows appeals from Special Court judgments to the High Court within 30 days.
- S. 13The section allows the State Government to appoint a Home Department officer, at least Secretary rank, as Competent Authority.
- S. 14Section 14 authorizes police officers to apply for interception of communications to gather evidence of organized crime in Andhra Pradesh.
- S. 15Section 15 establishes a Review Committee to assess and approve or disapprove orders for interception under Section 14.
- S. 16Section 16 prohibits police from intercepting or disclosing electronic communications, except as specifically allowed by Section 14.
- S. 17Section 17 allows special evidence rules for organized crime trials, including prior criminal records and unexplained property.
- S. 18Section 18 allows voluntary confessions to police officers above Superintendent rank to be admissible in organized crime trials.
- S. 19Section 19 protects witnesses' identities in organized crime cases by allowing secret proceedings and measures to conceal their information.
- S. 20Section 20 allows forfeiture and attachment of property belonging to convicted or accused persons under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001.
- S. 21Section 21 makes offences under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act cognizable and modifies investigation and bail procedures.
- S. 22Section 22 presumes the accused committed organized crime if unlawful arms or fingerprints are found, or financial aid was given to another suspected of such crime.
- S. 23Section 23 mandates higher-ranking police officials' approval for investigating and sanctioning organized crime offenses under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001.
- S. 24Section penalizes public servants aiding organized crime or neglecting duties under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act with up to three years imprisonment and fine.
- S. 25Section overrides any conflicting laws or instruments in force in Andhra Pradesh.
- S. 26Section 26 protects state officials from legal action for actions taken in good faith under the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act.
- S. 27Section mandates the State Government to prepare and submit an annual report on interceptions, excluding sensitive information if deemed prejudicial.
- S. 28The High Court can create rules for Special Courts' functioning under this Act, with state government approval.
- S. 29Section 29 empowers the State Government to create rules for implementing the Andhra Pradesh Control of Organised Crime Act, 2001.