Customs Officers' Are Not 'Police Officers', Must Satisfy Higher Threshold Of 'Reasons To Believe' Before Arrest : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that customs officers are not police officers and must satisfy a higher threshold of reasons to believe before arrest. This decision clarifies the arrest powers of customs officers. It ensures that arrests are not made arbitrarily. This ruling underscores the need for clear guidelines on arrest procedures. It emphasizes the importance of protecting individual liberties. The Supreme Court's order reinforces legal procedures.