The Prevention of Destruction and Loss of Property Act, 1981
The Prevention of Destruction and Loss of Property Act, 1981
General19817 sections
This law makes it a crime to damage property, particularly during times when large public gatherings are banned or considered unlawful. It punishes those who commit or help commit such acts with prison time and fines. The government can also impose collective fines on entire communities if they are involved in or protecting the offenders. The law aims to protect property rights and maintain public order by ensuring strict consequences for destruction and providing a mechanism for compensation to victims.
- 0. Preamble
- 1. Short title and commencement
- 2. Punishment for committing mischief in respect of property.- Whoever,-
- 3. Provided that the court may for reasons to be recorded in writing, impose lesser punishment.
- 4. Power of State Government to impose collective fine
- 5. Power to make rules
- 6. Repeal and savings.- (1) The Prevention of Destruction and Loss of Property
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