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The Arunachal Pradesh Protection of Medical Service Personnel and Medical Service Institutions (Prevention of Violence and Damage or Loss of Property) Act, 2019

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This law ensures the safety of medical professionals and institutions across Arunachal Pradesh by prohibiting any form of violence, physical abuse, or damage to property against doctors, nurses, students, ambulance drivers, and support staff while they are carrying out their duties. It explicitly covers prevention of intimidation and obstruction in hospitals and ambulances. The Act imposes strict penalties, including imprisonment for up to ten years and fines, for anyone who commits such offenses. This legal framework aims to protect healthcare workers and facilities from harm, ensuring patients continue to receive care without fear of violence.

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  1. 1. Short title, and Commence- ment
  2. 2. Definitions
  3. 3. Prohibition of violence
  4. 4. Penalty
  5. 5. Cognizance of offence
  6. 6. Authority to file complaint
  7. 7. Court competent to try and take cognizance of offences
  8. 8. Recovery of loss for the damage caused to the property
  9. 9. Protection of action taken in good faith
  10. 10. The provisions of this Act shall be in addition to other laws
  11. 11. Rule Making Power
  12. 12. Role of state Medical Council
  13. 13. Revealing Identity of Doctor
  14. 14. Professional Security
  15. 15. Report of incident of an act of violence and damage or loss of property

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