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In which of the following cases can a Magistrate order stopping further investigation under the…

Under Section 187(9) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 167(5) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973), if in any case triable by a…

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In which of the following cases can a Magistrate order stopping further investigation under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 when the investigation is not concluded within six months from the date on which the accused was arrested?

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Under Section 187(9) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 167(5) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973), if in any case triable by a Magistrate as a 'Summons case', the investigation is not concluded within a period of six months from the date on which the accused was arrested, the Magistrate shall make an order stopping further investigation into the offence unless the officer making the investigation satisfies the Magistrate that for special reasons and in the interests of justice the continuation of the investigation beyond the period of six months is necessary.

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