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Smuggling - offence under Section 20(b)(ii)(B) of Narcotic Drugs ...


Police Testimony in Drug Cases Valid Without Independent Corroboration, Says Supreme Court Under NDPS Act Section 20(b)(ii)(B.

September 11, 2020

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Smuggling - offence under Section 20(b)(ii)(B) of Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS) - There is no law that the evidence of police officials, unless supported by independent evidence, is to be discarded and/or unworthy of acceptance. - It is settled law that the testimony of the official witnesses cannot be rejected on the ground of noncorroboration by independent witness. - SC

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