Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917
If any person commits an offence against this Act or any rule made thereunder, he shall be triable for the offence in any place in which he may be found or which the State Government, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoints in this behalf, or in any other place in which he might be tried under any other enactment for the time being in force.
Summary
- This section decides the geographic location where a trial takes place.
- A person can be tried anywhere they are physically found by the authorities.
- The State Government can also officially name a specific place for the trial.
- Trials can also happen in places allowed by other existing laws.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where will a trial happen under Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917?
It can happen where the offender is found or at a place picked by the State Government under Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917.
2. Can a State Government choose a trial location under Section 66 of the 1917 Act?
Yes, the State Government can appoint a place via the Official Gazette as per Section 66 of the 1917 Act.
3. What if another law allows a different trial location than Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917?
Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917 allows trials in any place permitted by other enactments as well.
Test yourself
Q1.If a person is caught in Mumbai for a crime in Kolkata, where can they be tried under Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917?
Q2.How does the State Government appoint a place of trial under Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917?
Q3.Does Section 66 of The inland vessels act, 1917 prevent trials from happening under other laws?
Q4.If an owner is convicted in a court identified under Section 66, can their boat be seized under Section 64 of The inland vessels act, 1917?