Notwithstanding anything contained in section 29 of the Code of
Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974), it shall be lawful for a metropolitan magistrate or a magistrate of
the first class to pass a sentence of fine exceeding five thousand rupees authorised by this Act or the
regulations on any person convicted of any offence thereunder.
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
