The Prisons Act, 1870, 26 of 1870 (Rep., Act 9 of 1894) · III — .

Section 18. The Gaoler shall reside in the prison, unless the Superintendent permits him in writing to reside elsewhere

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

18. The Gaoler shall reside in the prison, unless the Superintendent permits him in writing to reside elsewhere. Medical Officer to obey such rules. To report special cases. To make entries as to death of prisoners. Deputy Medical Officer. Subordinate Medical Officer. Residence of Gaoler. A 7 242 Prisons. [ACT XXVI To deliver list of prisoners confined in punishment-cells. To give notice of death of prisoners. To keep enumerated books and accounts.

Source: India Code