Chapter XI — OFFENCES

Section 78Power to investigate offences

Section 78: Power to investigate offences

78. Power to investigate offences

Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974), a police officer not below the rank of [Inspector] shall investigate any offence under this Act.

Amendment notes (1)
  1. Subs w.e.f. 27-10-2009 Subs. by Act 10 of 2009, s. 39, for "Deputy Superintendent of Police" (w.e.f. 27-10-2009)