[S.349 BNSS] Magistrate Can Direct Any Person To Provide Voice Sample For Purpose Of Investigation: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court ruled that collecting a voice sample during custody does not violate fundamental rights. The court clarified that voice sampling is a non-invasive process and aids investigations. It observed that such evidence collection is permissible under procedural law and doesn’t constitute self-incrimination. The judgment balances investigative needs with individual rights, providing clarity on permissible evidence collection methods.