Grounds for Quashing Criminal Cases Under Section 482 of the CrPC
Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) provides inherent powers to the High Courts to prevent abuse […]
Kerala High Court Ruling: Can a Wife with a Temporary Job Still Claim Maintenance?
The Kerala High Court recently delivered an important judgment regarding the entitlement of a wife with a temporary job to
What is Section 41A of the CrPC, and how does it help in combating false accusations?
The Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) is the procedural law governing criminal trials in India, with numerous provisions designed to ensure
Supreme Court: Police Should Avoid Serving Section 41A CrPC/ (Section 35 of the BNSS) Notices via WhatsApp or Electronic Means
The Supreme Court has instructed that notices for appearance issued to accused or suspects under Section 41A of the Code
Section 125 CrPC Cannot Be Used by Able-Bodied Wives to Evade Employment: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a notable judgment, the Punjab and Haryana High Court clarified that the maintenance provision under Section 125 CrPC should
Bombay High Court Rules that CrPC Provisions, Not Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 (BNSS), Will Apply to Investigations Pending Before 01-07-2024
By a saving clause, which is construed to be an internal aid for the purpose of construction of a statute,
Inherent Powers Under Section 482 CrPC Do Not Grant Unlimited Jurisdiction; High Courts Cannot Review Facts in FIR: Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh High Court
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court ruled that the inherent powers under Section 482 of the CrPC do
Police Get More Powers Under New Laws
As of Monday, July 1, 2024, India will witness the implementation of three new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita,
Supreme Court Rules Divorced Muslim Women Eligible for Maintenance under Section 125 CrPC
A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and Justice Augustine George Masih pronounced separate but concurring judgments. The Supreme Court, in
India’s Transition to New Criminal Laws on July 1: Navigating the Changes
On July 1, 2024, India will replace its existing criminal laws with three new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Comprehensive Legal Guide: Filing a Police Complaint in India
In the complex tapestry of India’s legal system, the process of filing a police complaint stands as a pivotal point
Comprehensive Examination of Review, Revision, and Appeal in CPC and CrPC
In the Indian legal framework, Review, Revision, and Appeal stand as distinct recourses accessible to individuals dissatisfied with a judicial
Possible requirements that an AB or Bail Order could entail
An Overview of Bail Requirements When a judge grants someone bail during a trial, they have the authority to impose
The Legal Significance of Anticipatory Bail in the Landscape of Family Law and Family Courts in India
Navigating the complexities of family law in India demands a nuanced understanding of legal provisions and procedural safeguards, particularly in
Revocation of Bail
In the criminal justice process, a constant duality exists between the right of the accused to be considered innocent until
What is 41a crpc? How is it useful to fight against false cases?
As per Section 41 A of the Code of Criminal Procedure (hereinafter, ‘Cr. P.C.’), if any police officer requires the
Centre brings Bill to replace IPC, CrPC & Indian Evidence Act in Lok Sabha
The Central Government introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha today to repeal and replace the Indian Penal Code, the
A Preliminary Inquiry Under Section 340 Crpc: Mandatory Or Discretionary?
Section 195 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 CrPC bars the court from taking cognizance of offences relating to contempt