Section 22

Quarrelling, fighting and disorderly behaviour.

The Coast Guard Act, 1978

  • Act 30 of 1978
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Department of Defence
About this Act

An Act to provide for the constitution and regulation of an Armed Force of the Union for ensuring the security of the maritime zones of India with a view to the protection of maritime and other national interests in such zones and for matters connected therewith.

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    Any person subject to this Act, who,--
         (a) quarrels, fights with or strikes any other person, whether such person is or is not subject to this Act; or
         (b) uses reproachful or provoking speeches or gestures tending to make a quarrel or disturbance; or
         (c) behaves in a disorderly manner,
shall, on conviction by a Coast Guard Court, be liable to suffer imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years or such less punishment as is in this Act mentioned.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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