[NDPS Act] Trial Court Can Order Release Of Seized Vehicle From Interim Custody Till Disposal Of Main Case: Karnataka HC

The Karnataka High Court ruled that a trial court has the authority to release vehicles in interim custody under Section 457 of the CrPC, even if the vehicle is involved in an offense. The court clarified that the trial court's power to grant interim custody is not curtailed by the pendency of a trial. This ruling affirms the trial court's discretion in balancing the rights of the owner and the need for investigation, ensuring that vehicles are not unduly held during prolonged legal proceedings.