Penalty framework for detained goods redefined to set differential rates, notice timelines and release or disposal conditions.

Amendment to section 129 prescribes two penalty regimes for detained or seized goods-one where the owner comes forward and a higher one where the owner does not-requires the proper officer to issue a notice within seven days and pass an order within seven days of that notice, limits non liability language to "No penalty", provides a fifteen day window for payment before sale or disposal to recover the penalty, allows release of conveyances on payment up to a capped amount, and permits reduction of the fifteen day period for perishable or hazardous goods.

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