Section 45, Official Secrets Act, 1923 [S17-7K0]

As at 7 September 2026. In force from 26 August 1923.

In Official Secrets Act, 1923 [A10-90P]. This text from 26 August 1923. No other text held.

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Cite: Section 45, Official Secrets Act, 1923 [S17-7K0]. Machine: S17-7K0.

45. Cognizance of offences.—(1) No court shall take cognizance of any offence punishable under this Act except upon a complaint in writing made by the Director-General or by an officer authorised by it in this behalf. (2) No court inferior to that of a Metropolitan Magistrate or a Judicial Magistrate of the first class shall try any offence punishable under this Act.

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