Handling and Usage: Proper handling of air guns is crucial to prevent accidents. Users should always treat air guns as if they are loaded, even if they are not, and keep the safety on until ready to shoot. GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI VS SACHIN @ SURAJ - Delhi
Safety Measures: When operating or storing air guns, it is important to implement safety measures such as keeping the weapon out of reach of children, using safety locks, and storing them in secure locations. Fire extinguishers and other safety devices should be available in environments where air guns are used to prevent fire hazards. Big Way Bar and Restaurant VS Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad - Andhra Pradesh
Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Users must ensure they have proper licenses and are aware of legal restrictions related to air guns. Authorities may seize and investigate air guns used in criminal activities, emphasizing the importance of lawful possession. Santosh Boro VS State of Meghalaya - Gauhati, Tilak Singh VS State of M. P. - Madhya Pradesh
Accident Prevention: Accidental discharge can cause serious injuries or fatalities. Always aim in a safe direction, avoid pointing the gun at people, and be cautious of background and surroundings. Proper training and supervision are recommended, especially for beginners. Nirmal Singh VS State Of Haryana - Punjab and Haryana, State of Tripura VS Ashok Debbarma @ Achak Debbarma - Gauhati
Maintenance and Inspection: Regular inspection of air guns for damage or wear, especially the barrel and firing mechanism, is essential. Detecting gunpowder residue and ensuring the weapon is in good condition help prevent misfires and accidents. The State of Maharashtra VS Santosh Manohar Chavan - Bombay
Use in Shooting and Recreational Activities: When used for sport or recreation, adherence to safety protocols such as wearing protective gear (eye and ear protection) and supervised shooting ranges is vital. These measures reduce the risk of injury during practice sessions. Santosh Boro VS State of Meghalaya - Gauhati
Community and Public Safety: Public safety concerns include not firing air guns in populated areas or where there is a risk of harming bystanders. Firing in public places is often considered a heinous offense and can lead to legal action. Tilak Singh VS State of M. P. - Madhya Pradesh
Effective air gun safety involves responsible handling, strict adherence to legal regulations, and implementation of safety measures such as secure storage, protective gear, and proper maintenance. Awareness of the potential dangers and legal implications helps prevent accidents and misuse. Regular training and supervision, especially for beginners, are essential to promote safe usage in recreational and professional contexts. Proper safety protocols protect not only the user but also the community at large.
References: - GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI VS SACHIN @ SURAJ - Delhi - Big Way Bar and Restaurant VS Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad - Andhra Pradesh - Santosh Boro VS State of Meghalaya - Gauhati - The State of Maharashtra VS Santosh Manohar Chavan - Bombay - Tilak Singh VS State of M. P. - Madhya Pradesh - Nirmal Singh VS State Of Haryana - Punjab and Haryana - State of Tripura VS Ashok Debbarma @ Achak Debbarma - Gauhati
When I brought this matter to the notice of my father, he told me that Ram Singh was really well connected with political bosses and that I should talk to my Senior Officers for my safety and for the allotment of accommodation so that I may keep my parents with me. ... State of Punjab, AIR 1980 SC 898. ... Emperor, AIR 1926 Allahabad 340. ... 3. Daya Ram v. Emperor, AIR 1926 Lahore 83. ... 4. Emperor v. Labbai Kutti, AIR 1939 Madras 190. ... 5. Manbodh v. Emperor, AIR 1944 Nagpur 17....
witness to be one), particularly where the victim were assaulted, he having been taken by surprise in late hours of the night with no hope for any help, intervention or rescue coming his way immediately, it is quite natural for an individual to feel traumatized and be concerned more about personal safety ... PW11/A), the first respondent had also handed over an air-gun (Ex. P1) as the weapon which had been used by the first respondent in the assault. ... 10. ... After getting the FIR registered, the IO took into his possession the #HL_STA....
or carrying on business etc. which are inherently vicious or pernicious or obnoxious or injurious to health safety and welfare of general public. ... He would submit that in some cases sufficient safety measures like provision of fire extinguishers are not taken and in some cases no provision has been made for parking the vehicles. ... Playing of music and singing of songs or performance of dance would cause no harm to the general public nor it is injurious to health, safety and health of the general public and the same is not prohibited.....
Union Territory AIR 1977 SC 135). ... State of Andhra Pradesh reported in AIR 1990 SC 79. ... The police recovered the gun from his house. He proved Ext-15 as the seizure list of the said gun and Ext-15(3) is his signature. ... TIPs are held during the course of investigation for the purpose of enabling the witnesses to identify the persons who are concerned in the offence. The TIP has only corroborative value. ... But on the same night at about 2.00 AM these four armed men came back his place with a #H....
This witness identified the suitcase (Art.P-4) belonging to A1, one air-bag (Art.135) belonging to A6, black air-bag (Art. 136) of A-3 – Yogesh. She also identified the blue coloured jacket (Art.O) which was worn by A1. ... [AIR 1952 SC 343]the Supreme Court observed, ... “12. ... The residue of fired gun powder was detected in the barrel washing of the muzzled loader gun. The witness further deposed that the presence of gun powder indicated that it was used for firing prior to its r....
Thus, it is proved that the appellants by causing gun shot injury to the complainant Ramsevak (P.W. 1) from behind, had snatched ... Firing gun shots, on the road where shops are situated and persons are moving, can be safely said to be a heinous offence. Some of the looted money has also been recovered from their possession and they have failed to give any explanation as to how they came in possession of the said amount. ... The next question is whether the test identification parades were vitiated on account of delay or for holding thos....
For reversing the verdict of conviction, the High Court has pointed out that there was delay in sending the seized gun and pistol (recovered on 1-3-2006) which was sent to the FSL only on 19-4-2006. ... As pointed out by the Privy Council in Kottaya case [AIR 1947 PC 67 : 48 Cri LJ 533 : 74 IA 65] : (AIR p. 70, para 10) - 'clearly the extent of the information admissible must ... PW-1/B showing that the blade of the knife was 15.2 cm long, maximum width was 2.4 cm with the blade being single edged and pointed tip and the handle of the k....
Delhi Administration, AIR 1958 SC 350 (1958 Cri L.J. 698); Vaikuntam Chandrappa & Ors. Vs. State of Andhra Pradesh, AIR 1980 SC 1340 (1960 Cri L.J. 1681)-; Budhsen & Am Vs. ... State of Jammu and Kashmir (AIR 1975 SC 1814), Jadunath Singh Vs. State of U.P. (AIR 1971 SC 363) and some other authorities, the Supreme Court held, in George & Ors. Vs. State of Kerala & Anr. ... State of U.P., AIR 1970 SC 1321 (1970 Cri L.J. 1149) and Rameshwar Singh Vs. State of jammu and Kashmir, (1971) 2 SCC 715 (....
AIR 1959 SC 1012 still holds the field and must be followed by all concerned. ... State of Jammu and Kashmir AIR 1975 SC 1814, Jadunath Singh v. State of U.P. AIR 1971 SC 363 and some other authorities, the Apex Court held, in George and Ors. v. State of Kerala and Anr. ... Delhi Administration AIR 1958 SC 350 : 1958 Cri. LJ 698; Vaikuntam Chandrappa and Ors. v. State of Andhra Pradesh AIR 1960 SC 1340 : 1960 Cri. LJ 1681; Budhsen and Anr. v. State of U.P. ... AIR 1970 SC 1321 : 1970 C....
Amway obtained a licence from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (‘FSSAI’) in terms of Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (‘FSS Act’) and the Food Safety and Standards Regulation, 2011 (‘FSS Regulation’). ... State of Mysore AIR 1967 SC 1753 , Syndicate Bank v. Ramachandran Pillai (2011) 15 SCC 398 and the decision dated 23rd April, 2019 of the Bombay High Court in Commercial Suit IP No.114/2018 (Tips Industries v. Wynk Music Limited) in their applicability to the case at hand. ... The Pl....
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