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According to the Supreme Court's interpretation of Section 157(1) of Cr.P.C. [176(1) BNSS], the…

Forthwith requires prompt transmission within a reasonable time in the circumstances, without unreasonable delay. It does not impose an inflexible rule that every hour must…

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According to the Supreme Court's interpretation of Section 157(1) of Cr.P.C. [176(1) BNSS], the expression "forthwith" implies that the F.I.R. must be forwarded to the Magistrate -

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Forthwith requires prompt transmission within a reasonable time in the circumstances, without unreasonable delay. It does not impose an inflexible rule that every hour must be explained regardless of practical conditions. Sending the FIR promptly helps guard against later manipulation; an inordinate or unexplained delay can still undermine the prosecution when considered with the evidence and circumstances.

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