Abkari, Calcutta, 1849, 11 of 1849 (Rep., Ben. Act 07 of 1879)

Section XVI. Beside the penalties above specified for the illicit sale, possession, and carrying of Spirituous or

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XVI. Beside the penalties above specified for the illicit sale, possession, and carrying of Spirituous or Fermented Liquors, or intoxicating drugs, all such liquors and drugs found in the possession of any offender against this Act shall be seized and confiscated; and the vessels, packages and coverings in which such liquors and drugs are found, and the animals and conveyances used in carrying them, shall also be liable to seizure and confiscation.

Source: India Code