When prosecution fails to produce crucial CCTV footage, what happens? A Supreme Court case reveals shocking consequences of missing electronic evidence.
Show Notes
πΉ The Hotel Room Mystery That Changed Everything
π Imagine being accused of a serious crime, and the only thing that could prove your innocence or guilt is CCTV footage from a hotel. But what if the prosecution decides not to show that footage in court? This episode explores a fascinating Supreme Court case that reveals the dangerous game of hide-and-seek with electronic evidence.
π‘ What You'll Discover:
- π How Section 65(b) of Evidence Act makes electronic records legally acceptable
- βοΈ Why the "Best Evidence Rule" means original footage trumps witness testimony every time
- π― What "adverse inference" means and how it can destroy a prosecution's case
- π» Why digital forensics training is now essential for investigators
π Real Cases Discussed:
- π State (NCT) of Delhi vs. Mukesh (2014) - The Supreme Court case where missing CCTV footage led to conviction being overturned
- β Section 114(g) of Evidence Act - The legal weapon that punishes those who hide crucial evidence
- π₯ Section 65(b) Certificate Requirements - The technical process that makes digital evidence court-ready
π― Why This Matters to Everyone:
- π± Your WhatsApp chats, emails, and location data can all be legal evidence
- π¨ Hotels, offices, and public spaces with CCTV have responsibilities in legal cases
- β‘ Understanding when courts can assume the worst if evidence is withheld
ποΈ This isn't just about legal technicalities - it's about how our digital lives intersect with justice, and why every investigator, lawyer, and citizen should understand the power and responsibility that comes with electronic evidence!
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