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Delay In Recording Witness Statements Under Section 161/164 CrPC Not Fatal If There Is Adequate Explanation : Supreme Court
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The Supreme Court ruled that a delay in recording witness statements under Sections 161/164 CrPC is not fatal if there is an adequate explanation. The court emphasized the importance of considering the reasons for the delay. It highlighted the need to avoid rigid application of procedural rules. The ruling aims to ensure fairness in criminal trials. The court protects the integrity of the judicial process.
