If an investigation into an offence is not completed within 24 hrs then, depending on the nature of the case the magistrate can order a person to remain in custody for
Verified Answer
A. 60 days
B. 90 days
C. 15 days
D. All the above
Explanation:
Under Section 167 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), if an investigation cannot be completed within 24 hours, a Magistrate can authorize the detention of the accused in custody. The maximum period of such detention can be: up to 90 days for serious offences (punishable with death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for 10 years or more); up to 60 days for other offences. The initial remand period is typically for 15 days. Therefore, depending on the nature of the case, all the mentioned periods (15, 60, or 90 days) are possible.