Section 32A(4) in Tamil Nadu Prohibition Act, 1937
(4)If, on such examination and inspection under sub-section (2) or sub-section (3) it appears -(a)that the licence or permit as required under the provisions of this Act in respect of the liquor carried has been obtained and the provisions of this Act and the rules made thereunder or the notification or order issued thereunder are complied with, the said officer shall release the animal, vessel, cart or other vehicle with the liquor carried, or(b)that the licence or permit as required under the provisions of this Act has not been obtained or any of the provisions of this Act or any of the terms of any rule, notification, order, licence or permit issued thereunder has not been complied with in respect of the liquor carried, the said officer, after making; such inquiry as he deems fit and satisfying himself as to such non-obtainment or noncompliance, as the case may be, shall seize and confiscate such liquor.