UP ordinance to award 7-yr prison for anyone who harms cow
In case of illegal transportation, apart from the driver, the owner of the vehicle will be charged under the ordinance, unless it is proven that the transportation was done without the owner's knowledge.
By ET Bureau | Updated:
7-yr imprisonment, fine up to Rs 3 lakh for those who harm cows in UP
Lucknow: UP on Tuesday amended the UP Cow Slaughter Prevention Act through an ordinance to award anyone who harms a cow or endangers its life with up to seven years’ imprisonment and Rs 3 lakh fine.
The new law will apply to anyone who tries to endanger a cow’s life or tries to illegally transport it or deny food and water to cattle.
Offences under three existing clauses will now attract imprisonment of 3-10 years and a fine of Rs 3-5 lakh. The ordinance has a clause to shame offenders. An offender's photograph and name would be put up at prominent spots in the area of his residence.
The new law will apply to anyone who tries to endanger a cow’s life or tries to illegally transport it or deny food and water to cattle.
Offences under three existing clauses will now attract imprisonment of 3-10 years and a fine of Rs 3-5 lakh. The ordinance has a clause to shame offenders. An offender's photograph and name would be put up at prominent spots in the area of his residence.
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