Karnataka High Court Stays Probe Against Convict Who Was Seen Sitting With Actor Darshan In Prison Chewing Tobacco

The Karnataka High Court stayed a prisoner’s punishment for smoking and chewing tobacco in jail. The court noted that the prison authorities had not followed proper procedures in imposing the punishment. The case highlights the need for adherence to procedural fairness in disciplinary actions within prisons, ensuring that inmates’ rights are respected even in correctional settings.