#sample collection

The Allahabad High Court granted bail after finding that forensic samples were drawn in violation of mandatory NDPS Rules 9-11, which require magistrate-supervised, package-specific sampling. This ruling reinforces that procedural integrity in evidence handling is non-negotiable in NDPS cases, even where contraband is confirmed, protecting accused persons from tainted prosecutions.

Madhya Pradesh High Court acquits accused under NDPS Act due to fatal non-compliance with Section 52-A procedures, rendering FSL report and seized evidence inadmissible.