What is the deadline to conclude the police investigation when the suspect is in custody?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 10 days
- Step 1: Article 10 of the Criminal Procedure Code sets 10 days if the suspect is held and 30 days if he is free.
Answer
10 days.
Why not the others: 30 days is for suspects who are not held.
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