Section 26

The Government shall not be liable to make good any damage caused to any goods or property as a result of an entry, search or detention under the provisions of this Act unless the damage is caused by the wilful neglect or default of an officer employed by the Government.

In the event of any dispute as to the amount of any damage so caused, the damage shall be summarily ascertained and determined by a

Court of a Magistrate.

Protection of persons acting under authority of Act.