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Supreme Court of India 2019-10-01 disposed

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In Brief

This Public Interest Litigation petition challenged the effectiveness of Forensic Science Laboratories across Indian States. The Supreme Court issued directions to State governments and Directors of Forensic Science Laboratories to ensure these facilities function effectively. The Chief Secretaries of all States were directed to ensure compliance. Notice was given to all States and Registrar Generals of High Courts. The matter was listed for further hearing on 14 November 2019, with continuation of arguments scheduled for 3 October 2019 as a part-heard case.

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