Judicial Dictionary
Title | Control |
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Details |
Control in section 19(f) of the Arms Act, 1878 means that the accused must have such power over arms and ammunition that he can direct its custody, production, use or disposal in some manner. "Control" in the context means power or ability to regulate the keeping or possession or use of arms and ammunition to endanger life. Possession or control essential to cons¬titute an offence under section 19(f), thus, must be "conscious possession" and "effective con¬trol" over arms and ammunition. ….. (13 BLC (HCD) (2008) 705) |