In force · As amended up to 2026-08
440. Special provision regarding punishment .―Notwithstanding anything contained in 4[section 29 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974),] it shall be lawful for a 5[Metropolitan Magistrate or a Judicial Magistrate] to pass any sentence authorised by or under this Act on any person convicted of an offence under this Act or any rule or regulation thereunder.
Source: India Code