UP Police Criticised for Violating Arrest Guidelines and Delaying Release of Accused by Over 20 Hours: Allahabad High Court
In a strong order highlighting violation of arrest guidelines, the Allahabad High Court criticised the Uttar Pradesh Police for illegally arresting a man in a case involving offences punishable with less than seven years of imprisonment. The Court observed that the police officials showed “no respect for law of the land” by ignoring binding directions of the Supreme Court. Bench Hearing The Matter The matter was heard by a Division…
