A chemist, druggist, apothecary or keeper of a dispensary who allows any liquor, which has not been bona fide medicated for medicinal purposes according to the prescription of a [registered medical practitioner] or any intoxicating drug to be consumed on his business premises by any person, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to [ten thousand rupees] or with both.
Section 87: Penalty for chemist, druggist or apothecary for allowing his premises to be used for purpose of consumption of liquor.
The Maharashtra Prohibition ActState Act of Maharashtra · Act 25 of 1949
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Maharashtra Prohibition Act |
|---|---|
| Section | 87 |
| Marginal note | Penalty for chemist, druggist or apothecary for allowing his premises to be used for purpose of consumption of liquor. |
| Jurisdiction | State of Maharashtra |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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