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The Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) governs the procedural framework for criminal investigations, trials, and appeals in India, including bail, arrest, and court proceedings. This page provides latest judgments, case analyses, and updates from Indian courts on Cr.P.C.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that absence of direct notice to complainant in anticipatory bail proceedings does not invalidate bail if State adequately represents victim's interests.
Bombay High Court reaffirms that police must issue notice under Section 41A Cr.P.C. before arresting for non-bailable offences punishable up to seven years, citing Arnesh Kumar and Satender Kumar Antil.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs trial court to expedite pending maintenance case, prohibits casual adjournments and mandates progress reporting to ensure timely justice.
Kerala High Court holds that accused may access documents listed in the final report under Section 91 Cr.P.C. even before charge framing, affirming fair trial rights under Evidence Act.
Kerala High Court quashes preliminary order under Section 111 Cr.P.C. for failing to state substance of information, reinforcing procedural safeguards against arbitrary detention.
Allahabad High Court quashes criminal proceedings arising from civil disputes after parties compromised, affirming that Section 482 Cr.P.C. permits quashing even in non-compoundable cases where public interest is not engaged.
Madhya Pradesh High Court suspends jail sentence of convict conditioned on planting and maintaining 10 saplings, establishing environmental service as a bail criterion under Section 389 Cr.P.C.
The Rajasthan High Court quashes bail forfeiture for a single absence, holding that procedural fairness under Section 446 Cr.P.C. requires prior notice and opportunity to explain.