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Section 6 empowers the Controller or authorized officer to manage and dispose of seized goods.

This ensures seized essential commodities are not wasted and are utilized for public benefit.

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Section 3(2) empowers authorities to control sale or resale prices of essential commodities.

It prevents profiteering and ensures affordability for consumers.

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Section 13 states that only a Magistrate of the First Class can take cognizance of offences under this Act.

This ensures that cases of hoarding are handled by competent judicial authority.

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Section 12 provides the right to appeal against orders under the Hoarding Act.

The appeal must be filed before the Commissioner within the prescribed time (usually 30 days).

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In summary trials, the maximum punishment allowed is simple or rigorous imprisonment up to 3 months.

This provision ensures quick disposal of minor offence cases.

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Section 102 CrPC empowers the police to seize property suspected of being stolen or involved in a crime.

The seized property must be reported immediately to the officer in charge or the Magistrate.

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Section 66 CrPC provides the procedure for serving summons to corporate bodies in legal proceedings.

This ensures that companies and organizations are legally notified in criminal cases.

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Section 62 CrPC ensures that any person arrested is produced before a Magistrate or Officer in charge without unnecessary delay.

This protects the rights of the arrested person and prevents unlawful detention.

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Section 54 CrPC lists 9 specific grounds on which a police officer may arrest a person without a warrant.

These include offences cognizable in nature, preventing further crime, or ensuring appearance before a magistrate.