The Supreme Court has expressed disapproval of defendants hiding prior criminal records in bail requests, highlighting a trend of non-disclosure in special leave petitions. To address this, the court mandated full disclosure of criminal history in applications. Non-compliance could lead to the dismissal of petitions, emphasizing the need for credibility in legal processes.
Today, On 27th January, The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition seeking the cancellation of AAP’s registration due to alleged non-disclosure of criminal records by party members. The court found no substantial grounds to support the claims made in the plea. It emphasized the need for concrete evidence in such matters. This ruling highlights the principle of due process in addressing allegations against political entities.
Samajwadi Party MLA Irfan Solanki and four others have been convicted for arson and harassment, with sentencing scheduled for June 7 by Judge Satyendra Nath Tripathi in Kanpur. The group harassed a woman and set her house on fire in an attempt to seize her property. Solanki has been imprisoned since December 2021 and is currently in Maharajganj jail.
