Thu Apr 17 19:04:25 UTC 2025: ## Karnataka Police Ordered to Strengthen Arrest Procedures Following Supreme Court Ruling
**Bengaluru, April 18, 2025** – The Karnataka State Police have issued a new directive mandating stricter adherence to arrest procedures following a recent Supreme Court order highlighting police lapses. Director General and Inspector General of Police Alok Mohan issued a circular on Wednesday warning officers of disciplinary action for any failure to comply.
The directive comes in response to several cases where accused individuals secured bail due to irregularities in their arrest, including allegations of illegal detention. The circular now requires police to issue a mandatory arrest memo, detailing the reasons for arrest and obtaining the accused’s signature. This documented record, including the grounds for arrest, must be submitted to the court.
According to a police officer, while existing arrest procedures are already in place, this new directive adds a crucial layer of formality aimed at preventing arbitrary arrests. Non-compliance and subsequent bail grants due to procedural errors will result in disciplinary action against the responsible officers.
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