No Blanket Order Can Be Passed To Deposit Licensed Firearms Before Elections: Karnataka High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court has overturned a blanket directive issued by the Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate under the Firearms Act, 1959. This order had mandated all firearms license holders, including agriculturists, to surrender their guns, sparking a legal battle over individual rights and public safety. Case Overview: The case involved Mr. Govinda Bhat and another petitioner, who are agriculturists residing in a forested area. They…
