Investigating Officer Must Be Held Liable For Arrests Violating Article 22; State Directed To Sensitize Police: Gauhati High Court
In a significant judgment dated September 27, 2024, the Gauhati High Court addressed the issue of non-compliance with constitutional safeguards during the arrest of an accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act). The case, titled Azibur Rahman @ Aziz @ Ajibur Rahman @ Aziz Ali VERSUS The State of Assam, highlighted the critical importance of adhering to constitutional provisions during the arrest process. Background of…
