can police arrest under cr.p.c156 (3)? or need a warrant from the magistrate?
this section is for investigation , the arrest depends on the offence of the accused, conclusion of investigation officer and other factors .
Police can arrest during the course of investigation of a cognisable offence without a warrant from the Magistrate.
police is directed to lodge and f..i.r. under 156 (3) by the magistrate.