Where the Magistrate is satisfied that, for the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974) or any other law for the time being in force, it is expedient to direct any person to give measurements under this Act, the Magistrate may make an order to that effect and in that case, the person to whom the order relates shall allow the measurements to be taken in conformity with such directions.
Section 5: Power of Magistrate to direct a person to give measurements.
The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022Central Act · Act 11 of 2022
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Section | 5 |
| Marginal note | Power of Magistrate to direct a person to give measurements. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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