Section 16(1) in Andhra Pradesh Legal Metrology (Enforcement) Rules, 2011
(1)The Legal Metrology Officer shall stamp every weight or measure, if after verification, he is satisfied that such weight or measure conforms to the standards established by or under the Act, with a stamp of uniform design, issued by the Controller, which shall indicate the number allotted for administrative purpose to the Legal Metrology Officer by whom it is stamped.Provided that if by reason of the size or nature of any weight or measure it is not desirable or practicable to put a stamp thereon, the Legal Metrology Officer shall take such action as may be directed by the Controller by a general or a special order in writing.
