SHORT ANSWER:
Refusing police questioning can lead to legal consequences under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC).
DETAILS:
- Under Section 160 of the CrPC, a person is required to attend and answer questions if summoned by the police.
- If a person refuses to comply, the police may take legal action, which can include arrest.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance can lead to arrest under certain circumstances.
- It may also hinder the investigation process.
SOURCE:
- Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
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