State Of Rajasthan vs Daul @ Daulat Giri

The Supreme Court overturned the Rajasthan High Court's acquittal of the respondent under Sections 8 and 18 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, affirming the trial court's conviction. The Court held that the prosecution had established the chain of custody and compliance with Section 50 of the NDPS Act, as the accused was informed of his rights before the search. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to procedural safeguards in narcotics cases, ultimately reinstating the ten-year sentence and fine imposed by the trial court.