Attachment of movable property, other than agricultural produce, in possession of judgment-debtor
Full Text
Where the property to be attached is movable property other than agricultural produce, in the possession of the judgment-debtor, the attachment shall be made by actual seizure, and the attaching officer shall keep the property in his own custody or in the custody of one of his subordinates, and shall be responsible for the due custody thereof:
Provided that, when the property seized is subject to speedy and natural decay, or when the expense of keeping it in custody is likely to exceed its value, the attaching officer may sell it at once.
Plain English Summary
Mandates attachment of tangible movables in the debtor's possession by actual physical seizure, holding the bailiff responsible for safe custody, with proviso for immediate sale of perishable goods.
Key Legal Elements
- Actual Physical Seizure: Mere paper order is ineffective; officer must physically take possession.
- Officer Responsibility: Attaching officer strictly liable for safekeeping and damage/loss.
- Immediate Sale of Perishables: Fruits, milk, livestock feed, or high-maintenance goods sold immediately.
Practical Note
Executing Movable Attachments: Ensure the attachment warrant specifically authorizes the Nazir to enter the premises and take physical possession of vehicles, jewelry, electronics, or machinery. Always arrange a transport vehicle and warehouse space in advance.
हिंदी पाठ
जहां कुर्क की जाने वाली संपत्ति कृषि उपज से भिन्न ऐसी जंगम संपत्ति (Movable property) है जो निर्णय-ऋणी के कब्जे में है, वहां कुर्की वास्तविक अभिग्रहण (Actual seizure) द्वारा की जाएगी, और कुर्क करने वाला अधिकारी उस संपत्ति को अपनी अभिरक्षा में या अपने किसी अधीनस्थ की अभिरक्षा में रखेगा और उसकी सम्यक अभिरक्षा के लिए उत्तरदायी होगा:
परंतु जब अभिगृहीत संपत्ति शीघ्रतया और प्रकृत्या क्षयशील (Speedy and natural decay) हो, अथवा जब उसे अभिरक्षा में रखने का व्यय उसके मूल्य से अधिक होने की संभावना हो, तब कुर्क करने वाला अधिकारी उसे तुरंत बेच सकेगा।