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Section 159 - Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
159. Power to hold investigation or preliminary inquiry.-
Such Magistrate, on receiving such report, may direct an investigation, or, if he thinks fit, at once proceed, or depute any Magistrate subordinate to him to proceed, to hold a preliminary inquiry into, or otherwise to dispose of, the case in the manner provided in this Code.
Related Sections
- Section 309: Power to postpone or adjourn proceedings
- Section 447: Procedure in case of insolvency or death of surety or when a bond is forfeited
- Section 259: Power of Court to convert summons-cases into warrant-cases
- Section 255: Acquittal or conviction
- Section 22: Local jurisdiction of Executive Magistrates
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