The West Bengal Maintenance Of Public Order Act, 1970
west-bengal · 1970
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- S. 1(I) This Act may be called the West Bengal Maintenance Short title, of Public Order Act, 1970
- S. 2In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,— Definitions
- S. 3Section 3 overrides any conflicting laws or instruments under this Act.
- S. 4Section 4 exempts actions by public servants in the course of duty from prohibitions under the Act.
- S. 5Section 5 penalizes failure to comply with any provision or order under the Act without lawful authority or excuse.
- S. 6Section 6 empowers the State Government to designate certain places as protected and regulate entry and conduct within them.
- S. 7Section 7 penalizes entry into protected places using force or concealment with up to five years' imprisonment and/or fine.
- S. 8Section 8 prohibits acts intended to damage government or essential service properties and facilities.
- S. 9Section penalizes subversive acts with up to ten years imprisonment, fine, or both.
- S. 10Any person who carries on his person or knowingly Punish
- S. 11Section 11 defines looting as theft or misappropriation during or after a riot or disturbance of public peace.
- S. 12Section 12 prohibits mischief by fire or explosives on government or educational property, defining it as the offense of raiding.
- S. 13Section 13 allows police officers to use necessary force to stop looting or raiding.
- S. 14Section 14 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to change who can authorize bail and conditions for release.
- S. 15Notwithstanding anything contained in 'the Code of 5 of 1898
- S. 16Section 16 allows the State Government to requisition and compensate property to maintain public order and essential services.
- S. 17Section 17 mandates publication or service of orders made under the Act, except for certain empowered actions, and outlines proof of notice compliance.
- S. 18Section 18 penalizes attempts or preparations to violate the Act or its orders.
- S. 19Section 19 authorizes police to stop, search, and seize items in public areas to prevent public danger, with special provisions for women.
- S. 20Section 20 specifies that only authorized reports can initiate legal proceedings for violations of the Act, and outlines the courts handling such cases.
- S. 21Section 21 ensures that orders made under the Act are not questioned in court and are presumed valid.
- S. 22Section 22 protects the government and individuals from legal actions for actions taken in good faith under the Act.
- S. 23Section 23 allows the State Government to delegate its powers and duties under the Act to specific officials in Calcutta and elsewhere.
- S. 24(1) The State Government may, by notification, make Power to rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act
- S. 18662 of 1866
- S. 18985 of 1898