# The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 159: Power to hold investigation or

- Act: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Act 2 of 1974)
- In force from: 1974-04-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/crpc/section/159/

## Text

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.

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