Karnataka High Court Voids Notification Granting SPs Externment Order Powers
Quick Brief
The Karnataka High Court has invalidated a notification that allowed Superintendents of Police to issue externment orders. The court clarified that the legal authority to pass such orders rests exclusively with specific magistrates and police commissioners.
What Happened?
The Karnataka High Court struck down a notification which had empowered Superintendents of Police (SPs) to issue externment orders under the Police Act.
Why It Matters
The ruling upholds statutory boundaries by clarifying which specific officials hold the legal authority to issue externment orders, preventing unauthorized officers from exercising this power.
Key Facts
- The Karnataka High Court struck down the notification empowering SPs to issue externment orders.
- The court ruled that the Police Act restricts this power to designated officials.
- Commissionerates permit the Police Commissioner to pass externment orders.
- In other areas, District Magistrates hold this authority.
- Sub-Divisional Magistrates may also issue orders if specially empowered.
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