A public interest litigation has been filed today in the Supreme Court against three newly amended criminal law bills in India. The petitioner seeks the formation of an expert committee to evaluate the legislation’s viability. The proposed bills aim to reform the country’s criminal laws, but the petition highlights various defects and discrepancies.(arguments: 50 words)
![[Advocate Murder Case] Ex-President of J-K HC Bar Association Remanded in Police Custody Until July 1](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-1-3.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On June 26, Ex-president of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association, Mian Abdul Qayoom, has been placed in custody until July 1 in connection with the murder of advocate Babar Qadri. Qayoom, linked to prominent political groups, is the main suspect. His remand signifies a crucial phase in the investigation as authorities strive for justice.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court granted a murder suspect, a final-year LLM student, permission to sit for his exams, emphasizing the irreparable harm of denying this opportunity. The court ordered the state to provide security and allowed the student to take the exams at the university upon presenting his identity card.
Delhi’s judicial system is anticipating significant changes with the implementation of new criminal laws from July 1. The laws will introduce 60-day custody limits, remote trials, and innovative sentencing like community service. Legal professionals are undergoing extensive training to familiarize themselves with the new legal framework, ensuring a smooth transition.
Yesterday, On 10th June, In the Porsche crash case, the juvenile’s parents and a co-accused have been detained until June 14. The boy’s mother was arrested after her blood samples were found in place of her son’s. An intermediary and others were also produced before the court. Investigations are ongoing, with multiple cases filed against the juvenile’s father.
![[Swati Maliwal Assault Case] Does Delhi Chief Minister Office Need Goons? SC Slams Delhi CM Aide Bibhav Kumar](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-design-.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Delhi High Court reserved its decision on hearing a criminal writ petition filed by Bibhav Kumar against his arrest for assaulting MP Swati Maliwal. Kumar seeks to declare his arrest as illegal, citing a violation of his rights. This case involves political figures and their accusations, adding complexity to the situation.
After a fatal car accident involving a 17-year-old driving a Porsche, three individuals were sent to police custody for serving alcohol to the minor. The juvenile was granted bail by the Juvenile Justice Board, with conditions including writing a 300-word essay on road safety and refraining from further offenses. Concerns over age verification at establishments were raised. The severity of the case may warrant trying the juvenile as an adult.
![[Breaking] SC Grants Permission to MLA Abbas Ansari Of Late Father's Memorial Service From June 11 to 12](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-66.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today (May 15th): The Supreme Court granted MLA Abbas Ansari permission to attend his late father’s memorial service on June 10 and spend time with his family on June 11 and 12. The court instructed the state police to facilitate his movements and noted that similar relief would be granted to others if necessary. Mukhtar Ansari, a notorious figure, passed away on March 28.