Provisions of the SECTION 67 OF THE NDPS ACT

WHEN CONFESSIONS BECOME CONTENTIOUS: A CLOSER LOOK AT SECTION 67 OF THE NDPS ACT

The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act is a powerful legislation designed to control and regulate the production, distribution, and use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances in India. It aims to prevent the misuse of these substances while laying down stringent punishments for offenders involved in their illegal sale or trafficking. The law covers various aspects, from possession to transportation, and the penalties can be severe, especially when large quantities or "" are involved.

However, in recent years, there has been much debate about certain provisions of the SECTION 67 OF THE NDPS ACT, particularly regarding how statements made by accused persons during investigations are treated in court. One key section that has raised concerns is Section 67, which allows officers to record confessions from accused individuals during an investigation. The legal question has often been whether these confessions are admissible as evidence, as they are sometimes made under pressure.