K.C. Sareen vs C.B.I., Chandigarh

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal of a public servant convicted under Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and various sections of the IPC, including Section 120, 201, and 420. The Court held that while the High Court has the power to suspend a conviction under Section 389(1) Cr.P.C., it declined to do so in this case due to the appellant's dismissal from service and the potential for restoration of benefits if acquitted. The Court emphasized that the circumstances did not warrant the suspension of the conviction during the appeal process, thereby upholding the High Court's decision.