Accused Cannot Unilaterally Ask Victim Or Witnesses To Undergo Narco Analysis & Lie Detection Test To Prove Defence Case: Kerala High Court

Ernakulam, Kerala: On July 11, 2024, the High Court of Kerala, led by Justice A. Badharuadeen, addressed a significant issue in a criminal case involving the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act). The case concerned the application of a Narco Analysis Test or Polygraph Test on key witnesses. This decision is pivotal in understanding the legal boundaries of using such tests in criminal proceedings. Case Background The…