Can a conviction be upheld when the identification of the accused is questionable? The Supreme Court of India recently addressed this in a case involving the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The court overturned a conviction, emphasizing the need for conclusive evidence. This case highlights the importance of proper identification in criminal trials. […]
Date of the Judgment: 29 September 2008 Citation: [Not Available in Source] Judges: Dr. Arijit Pasayat, J., Dr. Mukundakam Sharma, J. Can a High Court dismiss an application for leave to appeal against an acquittal without providing reasons? The Supreme Court addressed this question in a case where the Himachal Pradesh High Court summarily dismissed
Date of the Judgment: September 15, 2008 Citation: [Not Available in Source] Judges: Dr. Arijit Pasayat, J., Dr. Mukundakam Sharma, J. In a case of alleged rape, how should courts weigh inconsistencies in the prosecutrix’s testimony against medical evidence? The Supreme Court of India addressed this critical question in the case of Lalliram and Anr.
