High Court Cannot Exempt Convict From Surrendering In Exercise Of S.482 CrPC Power: Supreme Court Disagrees With Earlier Judgment

The Supreme Court ruled that high courts cannot exempt convicts from surrendering while exercising powers under Section 482 of the CrPC, disagreeing with an earlier judgment. This decision emphasizes the mandatory requirement for convicts to surrender post-conviction, ensuring adherence to due process. The ruling reinforces the principle that judicial powers must align with statutory mandates.