Section 18A(3E) in Karnataka Tax on Entry of Goods Act, 1979
(3E)Where such officer or other officer to whom the matter is referred, upon such verification is of the opinion that there is a noncompliance with sub-section (2), punishable under sub-section (3), he may, proceed against such goods in the custody of the carrier, or the person-in-charge of vehicle or the godown in accordance with sub-sections (3) and (4) of this section.