Headline
The Supreme Court of India directed CBI Probe into Alleged Fraudulent Special Leave Petition in the Murder Case of Nitish Katara .
Summary
The Supreme Court of India has ordered an investigation into a fraudulent Special Leave Petition (SLP) by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed without the knowledge of the petitioner in the 2002 murder case of Nitish Katara. The petitioner denied filing the Special Leave Petition (SLP), and the case has been referred to the CBI due to the chances of fraud in the case.
Key Facts
- Case Name: Bhagwan Singh vs. State of UP
- Judges Name: Justice Bela M. Trivedi and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma.
- The petitioner denied filing the Special Leave Petition (SLP), which sought to falsely continue criminal proceedings.
- The Supreme court of India directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to look over the fraudulent filing, including the role of involved advocates and a notary.
Legal Insights
The Supreme Court of India emphasized that from the prosecution for criminal misconduct, no advocate is immune. It criticized the forged documents and stressed on the gravity of misleading the judiciary.
Impact
The Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) will inquire of all individuals involved in the fraud, ensuring accountability and protecting judicial integrity.
Why It Matters
It highlights the gravity of fraudulent legal practices and safeguards the sanctity of court proceedings from being manipulated.
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