Penalty

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(1) Any person, or group of persons, who was found in illegal occupation or encroachment of public land shall be liable to a fine not exceeding ten thousand rupees, which is to be paid within the period prescribed in the order. In case such unauthorized occupation is continued beyond the date prescribed for removal of encroachment, a further fine which may extend to five thousand rupees for each day during which such unauthorized occupation continues may be imposed.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act, the Deputy Commissioner, or subject to his control, the Assistant Commissioner (Revenue), within his jurisdiction, may compound the fine imposed under sub-section (1) and reasons for such compounding shall be recorded in writing.

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