COMMON CAUSE, REGD. SOCIETY vs UOI

The Supreme Court clarified its earlier judgment regarding the pendency of criminal cases, stating that the time limits do not apply if the delay is attributable to the accused's actions. It specified that trials commence upon framing of charges under Sections 228 and 240 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. Additionally, the Court added categories of offences, including those under Section 498A IPC and Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, to which the previous directions do not apply, ensuring that accused cannot benefit from their own wrongs.