Punishment for neglect of duty

Punishment for neglect of duty.

1. (1) Any officer who—
   • (a) without lawful excuse, neglects or refuses to obey or execute any process or other lawful mandate;
   • (b) willfully or negligently fails to discharge his duties;
   • (c) is guilty of cowardice;
   • (d) is found to be intoxicated while on duty; shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine, or with both.
2. (2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), any such officer may be subjected to departmental proceedings and punished in accordance with the rules made under this Act.