P&H: Arms Licence Cannot Be Suspended Merely Because An FIR Is Pending. High Court has ruled that an arms licence cannot be suspended or its renewal refused solely because an FIR is pending against the licensee. Court quashed orders of Additional District Magistrate, and Divisional Commissioner, which had suspended the arms licence of petitioner pending the outcome of an FIR under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. Licence, first granted in 2001 and
P&H: Arms Licence Cannot Be Suspended Merely Because An FIR Is Pending.
punjab-haryana
⚖️ Order Date:
19 May 2026
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Arms Act, 1959, S.17(3)(b) — Revocation of arms licence - Mere pendency of FIR cannot be made sole ground for refusal of renewal or suspension/revocation of an arms license in light of relevant rules. (Para 6) Arms Act, 1959, S.17(3)(b) — Revocation of arms licence - Licensing authority must record a clear finding that continuation or renewal of licence would prejudice public peace or public safety - Absence of such statutorily required satisfaction vitiates the order -
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