Submission Through a Superior Officer

• Every report sent to a Magistrate under Section 157 shall, if directed by the State Government, be submitted through a superior police officer appointed by the State Government by general or special order.

Role of the Superior Officer

• The superior officer may issue instructions to the officer in charge of the police station as deemed necessary.
• After recording such instructions on the report, the superior officer shall transmit it without delay to the Magistrate.