Section 30. Searches in the case of offences against section 19, clause (f), how conducted

30. Searches in the case of offences against section 19, clause (f), how conducted. 31. Operation of other laws not barred. 32. Power to take census of fire-arms. 33. Notice and limitation of proceedings. --- THE FIRST SCHEDULE. 30. Where a search is to be made under the Code of Criminal Procedure or the Presidency Magistrates Act, 1877, in the course of any proceedings instituted in respect of an offence punishable under section nineteen, clause (f), such search shall, notwithstanding anything contained in the said Code or Act, be made in the presence of some officer specially appointed by name or in virtue of his office by the Local Government in this behalf, and not otherwise.