Forensic Examination of Video Allowed in Corruption Case; Fear of Tampering Not Valid Ground to Deny Analysis: Madras High Court

In a significant ruling reinforcing the right to a fair trial, the Madras High Court has held that mere apprehension of tampering is not a valid reason to deny forensic examination of digital evidence. The Court clarified that such an apprehension, in fact, strengthens the case for expert analysis under Section 45A of the Indian Evidence Act, as only a competent forensic expert can determine if any manipulation has occurred.…