SIVA VALLABHANENI vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court addressed the special leave petitions challenging the Karnataka High Court's order regarding cognizance of offences under Sections 376, 377, 420, 506(1) r/w. Section 120-B IPC. The Court upheld the High Court's decision, allowing the accused to seek discharge if the charge-sheet evidence does not support the charges. The Court emphasized the necessity for A1 to cooperate with the investigation, including providing blood and voice samples, and clarified the procedure for custody if compliance is not met.