Headline
The Supreme Court Of India in Delhi Liquor Policy Case, gives bail to K Kavitha and interrogate on CBI/ED Fairness.
Summary
The Supreme Court of India on August 27, 2024, granted bail to Bharat Rashtra Samithi leader K Kavitha in Delhi liquor policy scam.The Supreme Court of India condemned the fairness of the investigation of CBI and ED, mainly their selective treatment of accused persons.
Key Facts
- Case Name: Kavlakuntla Kavitha v. Directorate of Enforcement and Kavlakuntla Kavitha v. Central Bureau of Investigation
- Name of Judges: Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan.
- Kavitha was in over five months of custody .
- With 493 witnesses and 50,000 pages of evidence,the investigation is finally over.
Legal Insights
The Supreme Court of India noted that undertrial custody should not be used as punishment, mainly when the trial is likely to be slowed down for some reasons . It also stressed that the proviso of Section 45(1) of the PMLA qualifies women to special consideration for bail.
Impact
This ruling of SC highlights the importance of justice in prosecution and may affect future cases involving prominent individuals and selective investigation practices.
Why It Matters
It showcases the role of the judiciary in making sure the prosecution’s fairness and the protection of individual rights during lengthy investigations.
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