The Maharashtra Police Act

The Maharashtra Police Act (Mah. Act No. XXII of 1951) is the cornerstone statute governing police administration, powers, procedures, and public-order regulation across the State of Maharashtra. This BCR edition delivers the consolidated text “as amended up to date,” ensuring readers work with the current law at a glance. Carefully prepared under the editorial guidance of Ms. Anamika Malhotra, Advocate, it brings together the operative provisions that regulate policing functions, preventive measures for maintaining public peace, licensing and control of regulated activities, and offences with corresponding penalties. Organized for quick reference, the book is ideal for daily court use, field compliance, and academic study. Clear typography and precise act citations help readers locate sections fast, making this volume a practical desk companion for advocates, judicial officers, police personnel, and researchers dealing with Maharashtra’s public-safety framework. Whether drafting petitions, preparing for hearings, training officials, or studying state legislation, this edition supplies the reliable statutory text you need—current, authoritative, and easy to consult.