Prohibition of Forcible Entry and Occupation Act, 1971

Proof of ownership of land or a vehicle.

5.—In any proceedings in relation to an offence under section 2 , 3 or 4 of this Act or to conspiracy to commit such an offence, unless the defendant shows to the satisfaction of the court that he or, in the case of proceedings relating to an offence under section 4, every person whom he encouraged or attempted to encourage has a bona fide claim to ownership of the land or vehicle, it shall not be necessary for the prosecution to prove ownership of the land or vehicle.