Section 140 of The Navy Act, 1957
When any person not subject to naval law commits an offence as is described in section 165 in the presence of a court-martial, such court-martial may take such person into custody and at any time before the rising of the court on the same day, if it thinks fit, take cognizance of the offence and sentence the offender to fine not exceeding two hundred rupees or in default of payment to simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, unless such fine shall be sooner paid.
Summary
- The court-martial can summarily punish a civilian for contempt occurring during its proceedings.
- It applies to individuals not subject to naval law who commit a contempt offence in the court's presence.
- The court can take the person into custody and sentence them before the court concludes for the day.
- The maximum punishment is a fine of two hundred rupees.
- If the fine is not paid, the person can face simple imprisonment for up to one month.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can a court-martial punish a civilian under Section 140 of The Navy Act, 1957?
Yes, under Section 140 of the Act, a court-martial can punish a civilian for contempt committed in its presence.
2. What is the maximum fine under Section 140 of the naval law?
The maximum fine a court-martial can impose under Section 140 of the Act is two hundred rupees.
3. What happens if I cannot pay the fine under Section 140 of the Navy Act?
Under Section 140 of the Navy Act, failing to pay the fine can result in simple imprisonment for up to one month.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 140 of The Navy Act, 1957, when must the court-martial officially address the contempt offence?
Q2.What type of imprisonment can be awarded for default of payment under Section 140 of the Navy Act?
Q3.Who is subject to punishment under Section 140 of The Navy Act, 1957?
Q4.What is the maximum fine that can be imposed under Section 140 of the naval law?