The Assam Rifles Act, 2006 · VII — ARREST AND PROCEEDINGS BEFORE TRIAL

Section 79. Custody of offenders

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

CHAPTER VII ARREST AND PROCEEDINGS BEFORE TRIAL 79. Custody of offenders . — (1) Any person subject to this Act who is charged with an offence may be taken into Force custody, under the order of any superior officer. (2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), an officer may order into Force custody any other officer, though such other officer may be of a higher rank, engaged in a quarrel, affray or disorder.

Source: India Code