Evidence

When a senior Supreme Court lawyer challenged an Investigating Officer’s demand for an accused’s Google ID, the courtroom fell silent. Could the police really compel someone to unlock their digital life? This article breaks down why such demands fail constitutional scrutiny, violating Articles 20(3) and 21, and how Indian law actually permits digital investigations. At the intersection of criminal procedure, privacy, and cyber law, this piece explains where lawful investigation ends — and unconstitutional intrusion begins.