Who has pecuniary jurisdiction to impose penalties under Section 42 of the Punjab Enforcement Act 2024?

According to Section 42 of the Punjab Enforcement Act 2024, all officers of the Authority have pecuniary jurisdiction to impose penalties. This means that any officer within the Authority can lawfully impose financial penalties, provided they act within the monetary limits defined under the law.

Pecuniary jurisdiction refers to the authority to impose penalties based on their financial value. By allowing all Authority officers to exercise this jurisdiction, Section 42 ensures flexibility and efficiency in enforcement. It prevents bottlenecks that could occur if only specific officers were allowed to impose penalties, while still maintaining compliance with legal and procedural requirements.

This provision ensures that penalties are enforced consistently and fairly across the Authority, while officers operate within clear financial limits. It promotes legal accountability, transparency, and proper enforcement under the Punjab Enforcement Act 2024.