Andhra Pradesh High Court clarifies transfer jurisdiction under Section 447 BNSS, balancing judicial convenience with fair trial rights in domestic violence cases.
Madhya Pradesh High Court clarifies that recalling prosecutrix under Section 348 BNSS is permissible when defence evidence needs confrontation, even post-cross-examination.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that denying an accused the right to examine themselves as a defence witness under BNSS Section 353 violates fair trial rights under Article 21.
Madhya Pradesh High Court clarifies that Section 91 CrPC applications for document production can only be invoked at the defence stage, not during prosecution evidence.
Madras High Court rules that denial of opportunity to recall witnesses for cross-examination violates fair trial rights, even if costs remain unpaid. Key implications for criminal defense practice.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds accused may summon call detail records at defence stage under BNSS Section 256(3), affirming right to fair trial under Article 21.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that delay in filing additional documentary evidence does not justify rejection if evidence is relevant and essential for a just trial under Section 311 CrPC.
Punjab and Haryana High Court clarifies that transfer of criminal trials under BNSS Section 448 requires cogent evidence of bias, not subjective apprehension or delay.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that late introduction of documents requires recall of witness for cross-examination and preserves right to examine attesting witnesses under Indian Succession Act.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that curtailment of cross-examination without substantive justification violates fair trial rights under BNSS and constitutional principles.
Chhattisgarh High Court quashes conviction of juvenile for failure to serve psychologist report and conduct mandatory inquiry under Sections 15 and 19 of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.
Rajasthan High Court holds that denial of cross-examination violates natural justice; mandates one final opportunity under Section 311 CrPC with cost condition.