Post-Mortem Report Based On Examination Of Dead Body Is Not Substantive Evidence

Last updated: 11 August 2022

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The Supreme Court has ruled that a post-mortem report, by itself, does not constitute substantive evidence. Lower courts were incorrect to acquit murder suspects solely based on a post-mortem report indicating a cause of death unrelated to the alleged attack. The court emphasised that oral evidence from eyewitnesses and the medical expert is essential to link the cause of death to the incident and determine the appropriate charges.

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Supreme Court of India

Brief :
The appeal was successful and was granted. The orders of the High Court and the trial court were overturned.

Citation :
S.L.P. (CRIMINAL) NO. 4599 OF 2021

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