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.
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Section 159
Power to hold investigation or preliminary inquiry
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 159 CrPC
- Provision: Section 159 of CrPC
- Act: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
- Classification: criminal procedure
- Jurisdiction: India
Statutory Content
What does Section 159 of CrPC say?
Indian StandardSection 159, Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Bluebook (21st ed.)Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, § 159 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 159 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
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Common Questions about Section 159 CrPC
What is Section 159 of CrPC?
Section 159 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) defines and regulates "Power to hold investigation or preliminary inquiry". The section states: 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 pre...
What is the punishment under Section 159 of CrPC?
Section 159 of CrPC does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.
Is Section 159 of CrPC bailable or non-bailable?
Whether Section 159 of CrPC is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.
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