Audio Video Recording Of Examination of Witnesses By Police U/S 161CrPC And Installation Of CCTV Cameras In Police Stations: SC Issues Notice To Home Ministry [Read Order]

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice on a petition seeking implementation of audio-video recording of witness statements recorded by a Police officer under Section 161 CrPC. A bench comprised by Justice RF Nariman, Justice Navin Sinha and Justice BR Gavai has issued notice to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. The bench said that it is important to "follow up" on...