In a recent directive, the Supreme Court has emphasized the obligation of the Uttar Pradesh government to ensure that attorneys representing the state do not encounter hurdles necessitating litigation to obtain their rightful fees. The court’s concern revolves around the potential for undue burdens placed upon these legal representatives, urging the state to preemptively address …
In a recent legal verdict, the Supreme Court has unequivocally stated that invoking Section 91 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C) by the accused to demand the production of documents or materials from the prosecution during the framing of charges is impermissible. This critical observation sheds light on the limitations of procedural rights afforded …
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has issued a stern reminder to law enforcement agencies, urging them to exercise “heightened caution” when entangled in disputes tainted with unethical transactions. The Court’s directive comes as a response to a case where criminal proceedings were initiated over allegations of dubious dealings, despite the availability of civil …
Ethical Quandaries in Policing: Supreme Court Calls for Caution Read More »
In a landmark decision handed down by the Supreme Court, a significant legal precedent was established regarding the prosecution under Section 3(1) of the U.P. Gangsters Act (“Act”). The court emphasized that to sustain a charge under this act, the prosecution must substantiate that the accused, as a member of a gang, has engaged in …
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has underscored the importance of cautiousness in granting bail to accused individuals, particularly in cases involving the recovery of substantial quantities of narcotics. This stance comes as a reversal of a decision made by the High Court, which had granted anticipatory bail to an accused individual amidst the …
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In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court overturned the dismissal of a Class-IV court staff member who had dared to voice concerns directly to higher authorities regarding salary issues. The court emphasized that the act of sending representations outside the established channels should not warrant termination, especially when an employee faces financial distress. The verdict, …
In a recent legal ruling that underscores the nuances of medical practice and regulatory compliance, the Supreme Court overturned a doctor’s sentence of imprisonment under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. The case revolved around the failure of the doctor to disclose the source of medicines stocked in his clinic, an offense under Section 18(A) …
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court deliberated on a habeas corpus petition concerning the custody of a younger sister. The crux of the matter lay in whether an elder sister possesses inherent legal guardianship over her younger sibling. The apex court, represented by the Bench of Justices Aniruddha Bose and San, unequivocally stated that …
Legal Guardianship: Elder Sister’s Authority Limited by Court Decree Read More »
In a recent judicial appraisal, the Supreme Court laid down a firm directive emphasizing that the assignment of cases by the Chief Justice stands as the sole authority guiding the hearing schedules of all benches. This decree reiterates the court’s stance that no bench possesses the jurisdiction to entertain a case unless it has been …
In a recent judicial revelation, the Supreme Court has illuminated a critical legal loophole, asserting that an accused individual who voluntarily surrenders before a court cannot be subjected to custody, particularly when the court has not issued a summoning order subsequent to acknowledging the case. The court emphasized that even if the court has taken …
Legal Loophole Unveiled: Surrendered Accused Protected, Supreme Court Rules Read More »
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