The State Of Uttar Pradesh vs Hansraj @ Hansu

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to acquit the respondent-accused under Section 20(b)(ii) of the N.D.P.S. Act and Section 60 of the Excise Act, citing significant delays in sending samples to the laboratory and lack of evidence regarding the preservation of the contraband. The Court emphasized the prosecution's failure to provide necessary evidence about the handling and storage of the seized items, which was crucial for maintaining the integrity of the evidence. Consequently, the Court affirmed the High Court's ruling, leading to the respondent's acquittal.