(1) The following offences shall be cognizable, namely:-- (a)an offence punishable under Article 3; and (b)an offence punishable under Article 8 or Article 11, if committed at a public place. (2) No court shall take cognizance of an offence punishable under -- (a) Article 12 or Article 13, save on a complaint made by the person in respect of ...