24HMagistrates' Court may extend period of warrant under section 24G

24H Magistrates' Court may extend period of warrant under section 24G (1) A POCTA inspector to whom a warrant under section 24G has been issued may apply to the Magistrates' Court, before the expiration of the time specified in the warrant for which possession of the animal may be retained, for an extension of that period. (2) The Magistrates' Court may order such an extension if it is satisfied that the retention of the animal is necessary for its welfare. (3) The Magistrates' Court may adjourn an application to enable notice of the application to be given to any person.