Jagwinder Singh v. State of Punjab Criminal Appeal No. 2027 of 2012

Brief Facts

  • The appellant along with others were found in possession of poppy husk amounting to 54 Kgs. Recovery was made from the car in which the appellant was traveling.
  • The Trial Court convicted the appellant along with others which was subsequently confirmed by the High Court.

Issues

  • Whether independent witness is required to prove the charges under the NDPS Act?

Held

  • The Apex Court dismissed the Appeal as the Apex Court do not find any perversity in the ultimate conclusion arrived at by the High Court.
  • Law does not require only an independent witness to prove a charge attracting the provisions of NDPS Act when the case is otherwise proven from the statement of other witnesses.

Relevant Para No.

  • 7

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