No Court shall take cognizance of any offence against this Act,- 1) except on the complaint or report of a Forest or Police Officer or of any other officer authorised by the Government in this behalf; and 2) unless the prosecution is instituted within three months from the date on which the offence is alleged to have been committed.
Section 16: When Court to take cognizance of offence
The Meghalaya Wild Animals And Birds Protection Act, 1971 Act No.9 Of 1971State Act of Meghalaya · Act 9 of 1971
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Meghalaya Wild Animals And Birds Protection Act, 1971 Act No.9 Of 1971 |
|---|---|
| Section | 16 |
| Marginal note | When Court to take cognizance of offence |
| Jurisdiction | State of Meghalaya |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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