Section 144: Factors to be taken into account by adjudicating officer.

The Electricity Act, 2003Central Act · Act 36 of 2003

While adjudicating the quantum of penalty under section 29 or section 33 or section 43, the adjudicating officer shall have due regard to the following factors, namely:--

(a) the amount of disproportionate gain or unfair advantage, wherever quantifiable, made as a result of the default;

(b) the repetitive nature of the default.

Where this provision sits

Act	The Electricity Act, 2003
Section	144
Marginal note	Factors to be taken into account by adjudicating officer.
Jurisdiction	Central
Status	In force as published by the source

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