Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 · Chapter V: Arrest of Persons
Section 60: Discharge of person apprehended
In plain words
A person arrested by the police can only be released on their bond or bail bond, or by a Magistrate's special order.
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Official text
No person who has been arrested by a police officer shall be discharged except on his bond, or bail bond, or under the special order of a Magistrate.
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