The Kerala High Court has held that a police station is a building used for the custody of property and therefore falls within the definition of “house” under Section 442 of the IPC. The Court ruled that trespass into a police station can attract house trespass charges, though it cannot be treated as a residence or place of worship.
The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on whether judicial officers with seven years’ prior Bar experience can apply for district judge posts under the Bar quota. The ruling will clarify the scope of Article 233 and impact judicial recruitment nationwide.
