Witness Who Made Self-Incriminating Statements Can Be Summoned As Additional Accused Based On Other Materials: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that there is no prohibition on summoning a witness who has made self-incriminating statements as an additional accused, provided there is other material evidence. The decision underscores that self-incrimination alone does not preclude the possibility of summoning a witness if other evidence supports their involvement in the case. This ruling aims to balance the rights of the accused with the need for thorough investigation and prosecution, ensuring that critical evidence is not overlooked due to procedural technicalities.