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.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticized the police for providing gangster Lawrence Bishnoi with a studio-like setup for an interview that glorified crime. The court called for a deeper investigation into potential police corruption and negligence, amid concerns about complicity in criminal activities, leading to the suspension of several officers.
