Keeping Pace with Legal Change
It was a crucial criminal appeal case (Criminal Appeal No. 2695 of 2025) considered by the Supreme Court of India…
In The Registrar (Judicial) v. State of Maharashtra, the Bombay High Court (Aurangabad Bench) initiated a Suo Moto PIL based on a newspaper report revealing that girls in observation homes were being shifted to other districts upon attaining majority due to lack of local facilities. The Court emphasized the right to education and mental well-being of such girls, directing authorities to provide data and explore existing shelter home capacities. This PIL seeks systemic reform in post-care rehabilitation for orphan girls.
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India acquitted appellants in a corruption case pending for over 40 years, citing procedural lapses and the appellants’ juvenility at the time of the alleged offense. The Court found the prosecution failed to prove the demand and acceptance of bribes beyond reasonable doubt, compounded by flawed investigative procedures. Additionally, the appellants’ claim of being juveniles under the Juvenile Justice Act was upheld, rendering their convictions unsustainable. This decision underscores the importance of procedural integrity and juvenile protections in corruption trials, ensuring justice aligns with legal standards.
