Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (5 of 1898), an offence punishable under clause (l), clause (n) or clause (o) of sub-section (1) of section 11 or under section 12 shall be a cognizable offence within the meaning of that Code.
Section 31: Cognizability of offences.
The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960Central Act · Act 59 of 1960
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Section | 31 |
| Marginal note | Cognizability of offences. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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