If You Chop A Leg Or Hand, Only Then People Will Comply With Law: Karnataka HC On Rising Crime And Deterrence

The Karnataka High Court, while hearing a rape accused’s bail plea, expressed concern over rising serious crimes and diminishing fear of legal consequences. Justice R Nataraj stressed the need for stronger enforcement of criminal laws, observing that deterrence within the justice system appears to be weakening.

Motive Not a Critical Component, Not Essential to Uphold Murder Charge: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court observed that proving motive is not essential to uphold a murder charge, noting that motive is not a critical element of an offence as many serious crimes often arise from trivial or insignificant reasons.

Bombay HC Denies Bail to Ex-BJP MLA for Firing Shiv Sena Leader Inside Police Station: “Liberty Can’t Be a Passport for Serious Crimes”

The Bombay High Court denied bail to ex-BJP MLA Ganpat Gaikwad in the police station firing case involving a Shiv Sena leader, observing, “Liberty can’t be a passport for serious crimes” while refusing relief.