Where an application presented to an Authorised Officer under section 7 is dismissed, and the Authorised Officer is satisfied that the application is frivolous or vexatious, the Authorised Officer may by an order in writing impose on the creditor a fine of an amount which may extend to one hundred rupees. If the creditor fails to pay the fine within thirty days from the date of receipt of the order, it may be recovered from him as an arrear of land revenue.
Section 10: Power of Authorised Officer to impose fine for frivolous or vexatious applications.
The Maharashtra Debt Relief Act, 1975State Act of Maharashtra · Act 3 of 1976
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Maharashtra Debt Relief Act, 1975 |
|---|---|
| Section | 10 |
| Marginal note | Power of Authorised Officer to impose fine for frivolous or vexatious applications. |
| Jurisdiction | State of Maharashtra |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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