Chhattisgarh Pre 2003

Non cognizable offence means:

Verified Answer
A. A police officer has authority to arrest without warrant
B. Police officer cannot arrest without warrant
C. It depends on the discretion of the police officer
D. On request of complainant arrest can be made

Explanation:

Section 2(l) of the CrPC defines a 'non-cognizable offence' as an offence for which a police officer has no authority to arrest without warrant.