Section 6: Powers of Police, &c.

The Madras District Police Act, 1859Central Act · Act 24 of 1859

All powers not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act which up to the passing of this Act belonged by law to the existing police authorities shall be vested in the Police authorities appointed under this Act:

Provided that always that no police functionary so appointed shall possess or exercise any judicial or revenue authority.

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Act	The Madras District Police Act, 1859
Section	6
Marginal note	Powers of Police, &c.
Jurisdiction	Central
Status	In force as published by the source

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