Penalty for unregistered smokers

Penalty for unregistered smokers.--

1. (1) Any person, other than a registered smoker, who--
   • (a) manufactures prepared opium;
   • (b) has in his possession any prepared opium; or
   • (c) has in his possession any pipes or any other utensils or apparatus used in connection with the manufacture or smoking of prepared opium; shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.
2. (2) Any person other than a registered smoker who smokes or otherwise uses prepared opium shall be punishable--
   • (a) for a first offence with imprisonment which may extend to two months, or with fine, or with both; and
   • (b) for any second or subsequent offence with imprisonment which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.