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The Telangana State Prevention of Touting and Malpractices against Tourists and Travellers Act, 2021

The Telangana State Prevention of Touting and Malpractices against Tourists and Travellers Act, 2021

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This Act regulates touting and malpractice against tourists in Telangana by making it illegal to coerce visitors into using specific shops, hotels, or services against their will. It applies to anyone frequenting tourist areas who pesters travelers to limit their choices. The law matters because it protects visitors from harassment and fraud, ensuring that tourists can enjoy their stay and travel arrangements without being forced into unwanted deals by unscrupulous individuals.

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Part I PRELIMINARY

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2Definitions.

Part II OFFENCES AND PENALTIES

  1. 3Prohibition of malpractice and touting, etc.
  2. 4Penalties.
  3. 5Offence to be cognizable and bailable.

Part III POWERS OF POLICE OFFICERS AND PROCEDURE FOR SPEEDY INVESTIGATION AND TRIAL OF OFFENCES

  1. 6Powers of arrest, search and seizure.
  2. 7Removal of suspected touts or persons causing nuisance from the public places frequented by tourist or traveller.
  3. 8Persons bound to comply with directions of Police officers.
  4. 9Investigation, etc. of offences.
  5. 10Cognizance and trial of offences.
  6. 11Power of Court to try cases summarily.
  7. 12Removal of person repeatedly involved in acts of touting or malpractice.
  8. 13Compounding of Offences
  9. 14Plea bargaining

Part IV MISCELLANEOUS

  1. 15Protection of action taken in good faith
  2. 16Act not in derogation of any other law
  3. 17Power to make rules

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