#chemical analysis

The Karnataka High Court quashed a conviction for illicit liquor transport after finding the prosecution failed to conduct mandatory chemical analysis of seized samples and violated procedural safeguards under Sections 43-A and 54 of the Karnataka Excise Act. This ruling reinforces that procedural compliance is not optional - it is the bedrock of admissibility in excise prosecutions, directly impacting police evidence collection and trial outcomes across the state.

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ruled that accused persons may seek re-testing of seized contraband under the NDPS Act only if they demonstrate exceptional circumstances and file the request within 15 days of receiving the forensic report. This sets a hard procedural boundary that overrides claims of false implication or delayed service, reinforcing evidentiary discipline in drug cases.

Bombay High Court holds that chemical residues on accused's clothes, victim's testimony, and motive collectively prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt in acid attack case under Section 326A IPC.