Investigation in Pakistan is primarily governed by the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (Cr.P.C.) , which lays down the legal framework and procedures for investigating crimes. Here are the key aspects of investigation law in Pakistan: 1. Definitions and Key Roles Cognizable Offense : Offenses for which the police can register an FIR and investigate without prior approval of a magistrate (e.g., murder, theft). Non-Cognizable Offense : Requires magistrate's permission before investigation (e.g., defamation, simple assault). Investigating Officer (IO) : The police officer responsible for conducting investigations. 2. Registration of an FIR Section 154 of Cr.P.C. : When information about a cognizable offense is received, the police must record it as a First Information Report (FIR). This is the formal start of the investigation process. 3. Powers of the Police in Investigation Section 156, Cr.P.C. : Authorizes police officers to investigate cognizable offenses without magistrate appr...
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