(1) In all such cases where theft cannot be established on inspection but the theft is suspected based on the consumption pattern, etc., the Authorized officer may remove the old meter under a seizure memo and seal it in the presence of the consumer or his representative which shall be signed by both the parties, and shall restore the supply to the consumer with a new meter:
Provided that if the consumption pattern for last 1 (one) year is reasonably uniform and is not less than 75% of the assessed consumption, no further proceedings shall be taken and the decision shall be communicated to the consumer within 3 (three) days:
Provided further that if the consumption pattern is uniform as above, the existing meter shall not be sent for any further testing.
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(2) The meter shall be tested as per sub-regulation (8) of Regulation 32.
(3) If the Assessing officer, on the basis of Inspection Report, consumption pattern, results of meter testing, comes to conclusion that it is prima facie a case of theft of electricity, procedure as specified in the Regulation 62 & Regulation 63 shall be followed:
Provided that the Assessing officer shall pass a Speaking Order substantiating the case of theft of electricity within 7 (seven) days of meter testing report.