The Excise Act 1871, 10 of 1871, (Rep., Act 22 of 1881)

Section 48. The Collector may issue his warrant for the arrest of any person whom he has reason to believe, eith

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

48. The Collector may issue his warrant for the arrest of any person whom he has reason to believe, either from information in writing, or from the proceedings in any other case, to be engaged in the unlawful sale of spirituous or fermented liquors or intoxicating drugs, or to have in his possession any such liquors or drugs liable to confiscation under this Act.

Source: India Code