Section 103 of The Delhi Police Act, 1978
Whoever has in his possession or conveys in any manner, or offers for sale or pawn, anything which there is reason to believe is stolen property or property fraudulently obtained, shall, if he fails to account for such possession or act to the satisfaction of the Metropolitan Magistrate, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.
Summary
Section 103 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 formerly penalized the possession of property for which no satisfactory account could be given.
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FAQ
1. What did Section 103 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 originally penalize?
Section 103 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 originally penalized being in possession of property of which no satisfactory account could be given.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 103 of The Delhi Police Act, 1978, what subject was historically covered before the section was omitted?
Q2.Under Section 103 of The Delhi Police Act, 1978, which piece of amending legislation omitted this section from the main law?
Q3.Under Section 103 of The Delhi Police Act, 1978, what is the legal status of this provision after May 15, 2026?
Q4.Under Section 103 of The Delhi Police Act, 1978, how does this provision compare to Section 102 of the same Act?