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THE AIR FORCE ACT, 1950 · EXECUTION OF SENTENCES

Section 172 — Execution of sentence of fine

When a sentence of fine is imposed by a court-martial under
section 71 whether the trial was held within India or not, a copy of such sentence, signed and certified by
the confirming officer may be sent to any magistrate in India, and such magistrate shall thereupon cause
the fine to be recovered in accordance with the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure,
1898 (5 of 1898), or any corresponding law in force in 1[the State of Jammu and Kashmir*], for the levy
of fines as if were a sentence of fine imposed by such Magistrate.