Today, On 1st Aug, The Bombay High Court has been notified of 466 pending cases against current and former Members of Parliament and Members of Legislative Assembly in Maharashtra and Goa. Chief Justice Upadhyay plans to issue an order to expedite the trials and prioritize the disposal of cases. This proactive approach reinforces equality before the law.
The Jharkhand High Court directed the CBI to provide a detailed report on ongoing criminal cases involving MPs and MLAs, emphasizing transparency and accountability. The court inquired about delays in submitting cases and presenting witnesses. Six MP/MLA courts actively addressing criminal cases against public officials as per directions from the Supreme Court.
The Delhi High Court directed judges to give priority to criminal cases involving MPs and MLAs, aiming for swift and efficient resolution. The court also instructed the registry to re-allocate pending cases and disseminate the judgment to other judges. Special MP/MLA courts were advised to prioritize cases punishable by death or life imprisonment.=”__JETPACK_AI_ERROR__”