UNION OF INDIA vs JAROOPARAM

The Supreme Court addressed Criminal Appeal No. 741 of 2011, challenging the High Court's acquittal of the respondent under Sections 8/18(B) and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The Court emphasized that the High Court erred in disregarding the proper disposal of seized contraband and the validity of the accused's confession, which was made under duress. The Supreme Court ultimately reversed the High Court's decision, reinstating the conviction and sentence imposed by the trial court.