#Section 457 CrPC

Telangana High Court rules that an innocent vehicle owner, not accused under the NDPS Act, must be granted interim custody of their seized vehicle under Section 457 of the CrPC, subject to bond conditions. The ruling reinforces the right to property and limits arbitrary seizures in contraband cases.

Bombay High Court holds that ownership and agricultural need outweigh Gaushala custody unless neglect is proven, clarifying discretion under PCA Rules 2017.