Sharjeel Imam Today (Mar 27) approached the Delhi High Court to quash charges framed against him in the 2019 Anti-CAA protest case. The court has issued notice and scheduled the next hearing for April 24.
Sharjeel Imam told the Delhi High Court that he is being prosecuted twice for the same speech linked to the 2020 riots. He was arrested in January 2020 for allegedly delivering provocative speeches that incited violence during anti-CAA protests. Imam argued that multiple cases for the same offense violate legal principles. The case highlights ongoing legal battles over free speech and dissent.
Today, On 6th September, Student activist Meeran Haider withdrew his bail plea in connection with a UAPA case related to the 2020 Delhi riots, opting to approach the trial court instead. Accused of conspiracy, Haider faces charges under UAPA and the IPC for the northeast Delhi riots. His legal battle is closely watched as it may set a precedent for similar cases.
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On Tuesday (9th April): The Delhi Police opposed Umar Khalid’s bail plea, alleging he spread false information on social media and incited violence during the 2020 Delhi riots. They presented evidence of his communication with various individuals to manipulate the narrative. Khalid’s request for bail hinged on lack of evidence against him, with the court set to decide on the matter.
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice on petitions filed by Devangana Kalita, a key figure in the Delhi riots cases, including one under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Kalita seeks access to certain videos of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA)-National Register of Citizens (NRC) protests and chats from WhatsApp groups of police […]