Penalty

Penalty.—

1. (1) Whoever contravenes any of the provisions of sections 13, 18 or 22 of this Act or any conditions of licence/ permit or handles fish which is stale or contains germs or added chemicals/ toxic substance or of poor quality, and if found guilty, the Adjudicating Officer may impose an amount not exceeding the following amount as fine,—
   • (a) ten thousand rupees, for any contravention of law for the first time;
   • (b) twenty five thousand rupees, for any contravention of law for the second time;
   • (c) one lakh rupees, for any contravention of law for the third or more times.
2. (2) In addition to the fine under sub-section (1), the adjudicating officer may, suspend or cancel the licence/permit.
3. (3) Any amount of penalty imposed under this Act may be recovered as if it were any arrear of public revenue due on land.