172. Restriction on powers of investigating officers. First Schedule

An investigating officer appointed under the provisions of paragraph (a) of section 171 of this Act may only conduct an investigation where there is reason to believe that a military offence specified in the First Schedule to this Act has been committed.

A military policeman may conduct an investigation where there is reason to believe that any offence involving persons subject to military law has been committed.

An investigation may be conducted where the person who has committed the offence is not known.