It shall be lawful for the [Deputy Commissioners of the District] to which this Act applies, by notice in writing to the licensee, to require that any shop in which liquor or any intoxicating drug is sold, shall be closed, at such time or for such period as he may think necessary for the preservation of the public peace.
Section 47: Closing of shop for the sake of public peace.
1the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, Samvat 1958 (1901 A.d.)Union territory Act of Jammu and Kashmir · Act 9 of 1901
Where this provision sits
| Act | 1the Jammu and Kashmir Excise Act, Samvat 1958 (1901 A.d.) |
|---|---|
| Section | 47 |
| Marginal note | Closing of shop for the sake of public peace. |
| Jurisdiction | Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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- substituted. . Substituted by Act III of Samvat 2008 for “Governor of Province”.
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