Chhattisgarh Pre Exam 2014

Under Section 102 of Cr.P.C. who is authorized to seize stolen property?

Verified Answer
A. Public officer
B. Judicial magistrate
C. Executive magistrate
D. Special magistrate

Explanation:

Section 102 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) states that 'Any police officer may seize any property which may be alleged or suspected to have been stolen, or which may be found under circumstances which create suspicion of the commission of any offence.' A police officer is a public officer.