What is the role of the citizen according to Sec 145 of the POA?

The role of the citizen according to Section 145 of the Provincial Offences Act (POA) is to deliver an arrested person to a police officer. This provision acknowledges the concept of citizen's arrest, where individuals have the authority to detain someone they believe has committed an offense, provided certain conditions are met. Once a citizen takes this action, it is imperative that they transfer the detainee to law enforcement as soon as practicable, thus ensuring that the proper legal processes are followed and that the arrested individual is handled by trained professionals.

This aligns with the duties of citizens to assist in upholding the law while also ensuring that the rights and treatment of the arrested individual are safeguarded by professionals trained in law enforcement procedures. Such involvement by citizens is meant to foster community cooperation with police while also maintaining public order effectively and lawfully.

While filing complaints, arresting on behalf of the police, and providing testimony are important functions within the realm of law enforcement and community involvement, they do not represent the specific responsibilities outlined in this section concerning the immediate actions to be taken when witnessing a crime or an arrest.