Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act

79. Disposal of seizures

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

79. Disposal of seizures

(1)Notwithstanding the provisions of section 74A or any other provision of this Act in relation to the seizure of any narcotic drug or psychotropic substance, anything seized or condemned under this Act shall be disposed of in such manner as may be prescribed by regulations.

(2)Where any quantity of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances, has been seized and condemned under this Act the Cabinet Secretary may order their disposal—

(a)in the case where the Director of Medical Services certifies that the narcotic drug or psychotropic substance can be used for medicinal purposes, in the manner so certified;

(b)in any other case, by destruction, in such manner and by such person or authority as may be prescribed by regulations.

[Act No. 7 of 2007, Sch.]

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