First Information Report or FIR is the first step in the criminal proceeding under section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1974 (hereinafter crpc). It is a document having complete information about cognizable offenses. For a valid FIR, the identity of the complainant should be disclosed with his signature on it otherwise it will …
Criminals in politics means the work of governing the country is in the hands of criminals. Criminalisation of politics refers to participation of criminals in politics. It means allowing criminals to contest elections and become the MP or MLA. It has resulted in increasing corruption in politics, which directly affects the growth of the county. …
Henious offences like rape cannot be forgiven or the accused cannot be evicted just on the ground that he is ready to marry the survivor. The Delhi High Court observed that marriage is not enough to quash the rape charges. The court heard a petition which was filed by the couple seeking quashing of FIR …
In India, the majority of people want to provide a good education to their children, but the corrupt practices and corruption have invaded the system of education. Modern education nowadays, instead of human development, merely focuses on money making and the capital building. The role of corruption was mostly seen in government offices, business organisations …
Today, almost everyone has a smartphone and easy access to the internet. Because of this, sexting, sending or receiving sexual messages, photos, or videos has become more common, especially among teenagers and young adults. Many people think sexting is private and harmless if both people agree to it. But in reality, it can lead to …
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When someone is accused of a crime in India, the path from accusation to judgment is not only complex but emotionally draining. As someone who has witnessed the courtroom chaos up close, I can tell you: knowing the process makes all the difference. Here’s a human-friendly breakdown of how criminal cases progress in India. Laws …
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Recently, the Bulandshahr Court sentenced a 70-year-old widow to life imprisonment after finding her guilty of killing a 20-year-old man who allegedly tried to rape her daughter in the year 2010. ADJ I Rajeshwar Shukla, observed that the woman did not have to attack the man several times to stop him from attacking her daughter. …
Domestic violence (DV) is a serious social and legal issue in India that often occurs behind closed doors. For victims, proving abuse can be a difficult task, especially when there are no witnesses. This is where photos and videos become essential tools in building a strong case. Whether it is a picture of a mark, …
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The fourth most prominent crime in India, rape is generally assumed as a crime done against a woman by a man. However, it could also be committed against males, homosexuals, and the transgender community. A study conducted by The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States revealed that 1 in 17 men …
In the case of [Prabha Tyagi v Kamlesh Devi, CrA 511/2022], the Supreme Court decided that it is not mandatory for the Magistrate to consider a Domestic Incident Report filed by Protectiotion Officer before passing an order under the D V Act. It was observed by the Bench of Justices M R Shah and B …
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