Arrest Memo
Definition
A written record of an arrest, naming the time and place, attested by a witness and given to the arrested person, required by Supreme Court guidelines to make an arrest traceable.
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Explained in these topics
- Criminal Investigation: FIR, Arrest and Custody (UGC-NET Unit V)A written record made at the time of arrest, noting the date and time, attested by a witness and countersigned by the arrested person, with a copy given to the...
- Criminal Investigation: From Complaint to Charge Sheet