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summons case Fertilizer control order & EC act


02-Feb-2024 (In Criminal Law)
A private complaint was filed by deputy director of agriculture on the file of Civil Judge & JMFC alleging offenses u/s 7,8,19 a & 19b of fertilizer control order 1985 and 3,7 & 8 of Essential commodities Act 1955.A summons is issued but not yet served, should I take bail before appearing in front of court? Orbail can be taken after appearing in front of judge.So far no involvement of police.PCR filed,cognizance taken by judge and registered as CC.Please advice?
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hi based on the information given by you, the offences mentioned in essential commodities act will cause problems to you. The offence is punishable with imprisonment of upto 1 year and also till 7 years. I would advise you to take bail before appearing, and also try and see if FIR is available
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