The Assam Police Act, 2007 (Single Document)
assam · 2007
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Assam Police Act, 2007
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Assam Police Act, 2007, including "insurgency," "organized crime," and "internal security."
- S. 3The section establishes a unified police force for Assam, allowing members to be posted anywhere in the state.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the organization, recruitment, composition, pay, and ethical responsibilities of the Assam Police Force.
- S. 5Section 5 appoints a Director General of Police as the top authority in Assam Police, with the State Government able to appoint additional high-ranking officials.
- S. 6Section 6 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 mandates the appointment and empanelment criteria for the Director General of Police, including performance assessments and potential removal conditions.
- S. 7The section allows the State Government to establish specialized police zones for urban areas with a population of 10 lakhs or more.
- S. 8Section 8 divides the state into Police Zones and Ranges, headed by Inspector Generals and Deputy Inspector Generals respectively.
- S. 9The Assam Police Act, 2007 allows the State Government to declare areas as Police Districts, with administration vested in the Superintendent of Police.
- S. 10The section allows the State Government to create special cells, sub-divisions, and circles in police districts for better crime management and community service.
- S. 11Section 11 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 allows the State Government to establish police stations and outposts based on population, crime, and workload.
- S. 12Section 12 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 governs the appointment, transfer, and posting of police officers, including terms for operational duties.
- S. 13Section 13 allows a senior police officer to override or supplement a subordinate's actions when necessary for enforcing the law.
- S. 14Section 14 vests police administration in the Superintendent of Police under the Deputy Commissioner, who oversees peace and order but not police discipline.
- S. 15Section 15 empowers the District Magistrate to coordinate police and district administration for various district welfare activities.
- S. 16Section 16 establishes special police districts for railway areas and assigns railway-related police functions to designated officers.
- S. 17Section 17 establishes specialized departments within the Assam Police for intelligence and criminal investigations, with designated heads and specialized wings.
- S. 18Section 18 mandates the State Government to establish technical agencies and promote science in policing.
- S. 19Section 19 authorizes the State Government to establish police training academies and colleges for efficient training of police personnel.
- S. 20Section 20 allows the State Government to establish bodies and take steps for research on Police Service efficiency.
- S. 21Section requires police service members to take an oath or affirmation upon appointment and training completion.
- S. 22Section 22 details the insignia and appointment certificates for police officers up to Inspector rank, their validity, and suspension terms.
- S. 23Section 23 empowers the Superintendent of Police to appoint Special Police Officers to assist in maintaining peace during emergencies.
- S. 24Section 24 prohibits police officers from resigning or withdrawing from duties without proper notice and authorization.
- S. 25Police officers cannot take other employment unless the Director General of Police gives written permission.
- S. 26Section 26 authorizes certain police officials to depute additional officers to maintain peace, subject to district magistrate's direction.
- S. 27The service shall have such ranks and post as may be prescribed or as may be notified by the State Government
- S. 28The section mandates the creation of Armed Police units to assist civil police in managing protests, disturbances, and disaster management.
- S. 29Section 29 establishes the Armed Police Battalion as a state-level reserve for deployment to assist civil police in severe public disorder or violence.
- S. 30Section 30 establishes the District Armed Reserve as the armed wing of the District Police to handle emergencies and provide security for prisoners.
- S. 31A Commandant, equivalent in rank to Superintendent of Police, shall head each Armed Police Battalion
- S. 32Section 32 establishes an Armed Police Branch headed by an Inspector General of Police, responsible for all armed units' administration and welfare.
- S. 33Section 33 vests the superintendence of Assam Police in the State Government under the Act.
- S. 34The Assam Police Act, 2007 mandates the establishment of a State Security Commission within six months.
- S. 35Section 35 outlines the composition of the State Security Commission in Assam, including specific roles and qualifications for its members.
- S. 36Half of the members present shall constitute the quorum for the meeting
- S. 37Section 37 prohibits certain individuals from being appointed as Independent Members of the State Security Commission.
- S. 38The Retired High Court Judge and the Independent Members shall he appointed for a period of three years
- S. 39Section 39 outlines the grounds and process for removing an Independent Member from the State Security Commission in Assam.
- S. 40Section 40 outlines the State Security Commission's duties to guide policing policy, prepare police officer panels, and set performance evaluation metrics.
- S. 41Section 41 specifies that the State Government pays the expenses for the State Security Commission's Independent Members' remuneration, allowances, and travel as per prescribed rules.
- S. 42Section 42 vests police administration in the Director General and district superintendents, with state government intervention in exceptional circumstances.
- S. 43Section 43 assigns the Director General of Police to implement government policies and oversee police force efficiency.
- S. 44The section establishes a Police Establishment Board chaired by the Director General of Police to manage police personnel.
- S. 45Section 45 outlines the Police Establishment Board's functions including handling complaints, recommending officer postings, and transfers.
- S. 46Section 46 of The Assam Police Act, 2007 directs District Superintendent of Police to decide postings and transfers of non-gazetted officers within a Police District.
- S. 47Section 47 outlines the primary roles and functions of the Assam Police, including law enforcement, public order maintenance, crime prevention, and disaster response.
- S. 48Section 48 mandates Assam Police officers to treat the public courteously, assist vulnerable groups, provide aid to crime victims, and ensure impartial conduct during conflicts.
- S. 49Section 49 allows the State Government to declare police services as essential and mandates police officers to follow superior orders during such declarations.
- S. 50The Director General of Police of the State shall, with the 23 internal SecurityScheme
- S. 51Section 51 mandates annual review and revision of internal security schemes as needed.
- S. 52Section 52 outlines police responsibilities for securing critical infrastructure facilities in Assam.
- S. 53Section 53 mandates police to take necessary measures against potentially disruptive activities and consider specific law and order issues in security planning.
- S. 54Section 54 mandates the incorporation of regularly updated SOPs for police actions in internal security schemes.
- S. 55Section 55 establishes a Special Crime Investigation Unit in large metropolitan police stations to investigate serious crimes.
- S. 56Section 56 selects and trains officers for the Special Crime Investigation Unit based on aptitude, competence, and integrity.
- S. 57Section 57 assigns Special Crime Investigation Units officers to investigate crimes and provides forensic advice.
- S. 58Necessary legal and forensic advice shall be made available to investigating officers during investigations
- S. 59Section 59 mandates district-level supervision of Special Crime Investigation Unit investigations by an officer of at least Deputy Superintendent of Police rank.
- S. 60Section 60 establishes special investigation cells in each police district to handle serious and complex crimes.
- S. 61Section 61 mandates the Criminal Investigation Department to investigate serious crimes as directed by the Director General of Police.
- S. 62Section 62 establishes specialized units within the Criminal Investigation Department for investigating various types of crimes requiring expert skills.
- S. 63Section 63 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 mandates selection and training of Criminal Investigation Department officers based on aptitude, competence, experience, and integrity.
- S. 64Section 64 empowers the Director General of Police to make regulations for police operations, law enforcement, and personnel management, subject to State Government approval.
- S. 65Section 65 governs Assam Police personnel's discipline and service conduct under existing rules.
- S. 66Section 66 mandates that all on-duty officers can be deployed anywhere in the state at any time.
- S. 67Section 67 prohibits Assam police officers from abandoning duties without authorization, including failing to report back from leave.
- S. 68No police officer shall engage in any other employment or office of profit whatsoever, other than his duties under this
- S. 69Section 69 establishes additional mechanisms to enhance police accountability in Assam.
- S. 70Section establishes a State-level Police Accountability Commission to investigate complaints against police for serious misconduct.
- S. 71Section 71 establishes the Assam Police Commission with a Chairperson and three members, including a retired High Court Judge, a retired police officer, a legal expert, and a public administration officer.
- S. 72The Chairperson and the Members of the Commission shall be appointed by the State Government
- S. 73A person shall be ineligible to be a Member of the Commission
- S. 74Section 74 outlines the three-year term for Members and Chairpersons, eligibility for reappointment, and protection against adverse changes in service terms.
- S. 75Section 75 outlines the grounds for removing a member of the Assam Police Commission, including misconduct, neglect, ineligibility, outside employment, and incapacity.
- S. 76Section 76 outlines the staffing and selection process for the Assam Police Commission, with periodic reviews and remuneration set by the State Government.
- S. 77The Commission shall devise its own rules for the conduct of its business
- S. 78Section 78 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 mandates a commission to investigate serious misconduct by police personnel, including death in custody and other severe offenses.
- S. 79Section 79 grants the Assam Police Commission powers equivalent to a Civil Court for investigations.
- S. 80Section 80 protects witnesses from civil or criminal proceedings based on their statements to the Commission, except for false evidence, and allows fines for vexatious complaints.
- S. 81Section 81 allows the Commission to investigate individuals' conduct and give them a chance to defend themselves, except when impeaching a witness's credibility.
- S. 82Section 82 directs the Commission to communicate its findings to the State Government and Police, requiring them to act on the findings.
- S. 83Section 83 mandates the Assam Police Commission to prepare and publish annual and special reports on police misconduct and accountability, accessible to the public.
- S. 84Section 84 establishes District Police Accountability Authorities to investigate complaints of serious misconduct against police personnel.
- S. 85Section 85 outlines the functions of the District Accountability Authority in handling complaints of misconduct and serious misconduct within the Assam Police.
- S. 86Section 86 mandates District Accountability Authorities to submit annual reports to the Commission detailing misconduct cases and recommendations for police accountability.
- S. 87Section 87 empowers the Commission to oversee District Accountability Authorities and request state government action against non-compliant members.
- S. 88Section 88 allows complainants to report police misconduct to authorities and ensures they are informed of inquiry progress and outcomes.
- S. 89Section 89 protects state authorities and staff from legal action for actions taken in good faith under this chapter.
- S. 90Section 90 regulates assemblies and processions, allowing police to direct routes and times, and to prohibit them if they threaten peace.
- S. 91Section 91 empowers District Superintendents of Police to stop and disperse assemblies or processions violating specified conditions.
- S. 92Section 92 allows district police officers to control music volume and times near public areas to prevent neighborhood annoyance.
- S. 93Section 93 authorizes District Superintendent of Police to direct public to maintain order and prevent obstructions or pollution.
- S. 94Section 94 penalizes disobedience to lawful police orders with arrest and a fine up to ₹2,000.
- S. 95Section 95 empowers the District Superintendent of Police to temporarily reserve public areas and authorize police officers to erect barriers for traffic checks.
- S. 96Section 96 ensures the District Magistrate retains overall control over police matters despite preceding sections.
- S. 97Whoever, having ceased to be a police officer, does not forthwith deliver up his/her certificate of appointment, clothi
- S. 98Section 98 penalizes police officers for willful misconduct, failure to register reports, intoxication on duty, malingering, or using force against colleagues.
- S. 99Section 99 penalizes police officers for unauthorized searches, property seizures, unlawful detentions, and mistreatment, with up to six months' imprisonment and fines.
- S. 100Section 100 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 penalizes various public nuisance offenses within specified areas.
- S. 101Section 101 details the methods for publishing directions, regulations, and notices by the Assam Police.
- S. 102Section 102 of The Assam Police Act, 2007 requires a written report and state government authorization for prosecuting police officers for offenses.
- S. 103Section 103 allows prosecution under other laws for offenses also punishable under the Assam Police Act.
- S. 104Section 104 allows courts to accept guilty pleas and fines for certain offenses, ending further proceedings.
- S. 105Provisions of sections 64 to 70 of the Indian Penal code, 1860 and sections 386 to 389 of the Code of Criminal Procedur
- S. 106Section 106 bars courts from taking cognizance of offenses under this chapter after the statutory limitation period.
- S. 107Section 107 assigns District Superintendent of Police powers to the Commissioner of Police in notified areas.
- S. 108Section 108 specifies that fees, sums, rewards, forfeitures, and penalties payable to police officers must be credited to the State Government.
- S. 109Section 109 validates orders or notifications issued by the State Government or officers under the Assam Police Act, 2007.
- S. 110Section 110 of The Assam Police Act, 2007 ensures that any actions under the Act are valid despite minor formal defects.
- S. 111Section 111 allows an officer temporarily or permanently succeeding a vacant post to exercise all powers and duties of the office.
- S. 112Section 112 of the Assam Police Act, 2007 regulates the suspension, revocation, and production of police licenses and permissions.
- S. 113Section 113 outlines the methods for publishing public notices under the Assam Police Act, 2007.
- S. 114Written consent or approval from a competent authority under the Assam Police Act, 2007 is sufficient evidence.
- S. 115Section 115 allows the State Government to create rules for the Assam Police Act and mandates their presentation to the Assam Legislative Assembly for review.
- S. 116The section allows the State Government to issue notifications to address and resolve any difficulties in implementing the Act.
- S. 117(1) The Police Act 1861 (Act V of 1861), in its application to the State of Assam, is hereby repealed