The Exchange of Prisoners Act, 1948

[Act No. 58 of 1948]

[10th September, 1948.]

Contents
Sections	Particulars
Title	The Exchange of Prisoners Act
1.	Short title and extent
2.	Definitions
3.	Issue of warrants for transfer of prisoners
4.	Removal and delivery of prisoners
5.	Cessation of jurisdiction of Indian Courts and authorities over prisoners
6.	Lawfulness of custody and retaking upon escape
7.	Transfer of records relating to transferable prisoners
8.	Prohibition of return of India of transferred prisoners
9.	Reception in India of prisoners transferred from Pakistan
10.	Repeal of Ordinance 6 of 1948