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Section 304A of the IPC addresses the offense of causing death by a rash or negligent act that does not amount to culpable homicide. This provision is crucial in cases where the accused's actions, though not intentional, result in the death of another person. The Essential Elements of Section 304A involve: Death of an Individual: The victim must have died as a result of the act. Rash or Negligent Act: The death must be a direct consequence of a rash or negligent act by the accused. No Intention or Knowledge:...
Anticipatory bail, a unique provision in Indian criminal law, allows individuals to seek pre-arrest bail when they anticipate being accused of a non-bailable offense. This legal mechanism, governed by Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code, provides protection against potential arrest while maintaining a balance between personal liberty and the needs of investigation. The process typically involves filing an application with the Sessions Court or High Court, detailing the reasons for apprehending arrest and presenting supporting evidence. Key aspects of anticipatory bail: Can be granted by Sessions Court or High...
Regular Bail application are filed under Sections 437 and 439 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Jurisdiction of Session's Court and High Court is concurrent however as a matter of prudence its preferable to file the application first before the Trial Court and then approach High Court unless special circumstances exist. Common grounds for grant of Bail Presumption of Innocence: A fundamental principle of criminal law, this assumes the accused is innocent until proven guilty, supporting the argument for bail to prevent pre-trial detention Strength of the Evidence: If...
The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (PCA), is a cornerstone of India's legal framework in combating corruption, particularly within government agencies and public offices. Over the years, the Act has evolved through amendments and judicial interpretations to address white-collar crimes effectively. Majorly follwing classes of cases are common: Bribery Cases Prosecution Requirements include Proof of Demand for a public servant to be convicted of accepting a bribe. Both the demand and acceptance of the bribe must be established by the prosecution. Mere acceptance of amount is not enough to prove...
