Today, On 3rd October, AAP leader Satyendar Jain requested default bail from the Delhi High Court, arguing that the investigation into his money laundering case is incomplete. His legal team claims the trial court acted on insufficient evidence, challenging the validity of the charges. The hearing is scheduled for October 9.
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Today, On 24th September, under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, a corruption investigation against former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was approved by the Governor, upheld by the High Court. However, the court denied prosecution approval under Section 218 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, emphasizing safeguards for public officials.
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Today, On 21st August, The Bombay High Court directed the police to respond to Mihir Shah’s petition challenging his “illegal” arrest in a hit-and-run case involving a BMW. Shah seeks release, claiming lack of legal justification for his detention. The court’s order compels authorities to justify the arrest, subjecting the case to judicial scrutiny. The next hearing is scheduled for August 29.
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Today, On 7th August, The bail hearing for Bibhav Kumar in the Swati Maliwal assault case has been adjourned by the Supreme Court to August 27, extending his period of uncertainty. The delay has drawn significant attention, with Kumar remaining in jail for an additional 20 days. The previous hearing witnessed pointed remarks and criticisms from the Supreme Court bench.
The Editors Guild of India (EGI) has expressed concerns to Union Home Minister Amit Shah about potential misuse of new criminal laws against journalists. They emphasize the need for additional safeguards and proposed a review of the laws to prevent frivolous prosecution. The Guild seeks protection of media freedom under the Indian Constitution and requests a meeting with Shah to address these issues.
Today, On 26th July, The Delhi court summoned the victim in the Brij Bhushan sexual harassment case for testimony on 26th July. Forensic analysis of mobile evidence faced delays at the FSL. The court postponed evidence recording due to the mobile phone being at the FSL. The matter is rescheduled for August 6. Charges against Brij Bhushan were framed on May 21.
New criminal laws effective since July 1 challenge Delhi’s veteran lawyers to relearn legal sections they have known for decades, under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Section numbers have changed, requiring significant effort and adaptation. Concerns arise regarding increased police power and limitations on freedom of expression. The impact on the judicial system and legal practice in India is unfolding.
On Friday(19th July),the Madras High Court criticized the Centre for not consulting the Law Commission before introducing three new criminal laws to replace the IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act. This came as the court admitted a writ petition by DMK’s RS Bharathi, challenging the constitutionality of the new laws.
Justice Madan B Lokur in his recent article presents a critical examination of the Indian criminal justice system, emphasizing the notion that “the process is the punishment.” This phrase, originating from a 1979 book about American lower courts, was reiterated by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) in July 2022.
Today, On 9th July, The Supreme Court dismissed a petition challenging a gender-discriminatory provision in the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) following resolution of the grievance by BNSS. The court acknowledged the satisfactory address of the issue, leading to the closure of the case. This significant development promotes gender equality in legal procedures by removing gender-specific language.