Supreme Court of India · 2011-01-11
VIKAS KUMAR ROORKEWAL vs STATE OF UTTARKHAND & ORS.
- Citation / case number
- SC 2008/64231
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- VIKAS KUMAR ROORKEWAL
- Respondent
- STATE OF UTTARKHAND & ORS.
- Author
- M. Panchal
- Bench
- J.M. PANCHAL,H.L. GOKHALE, , ,
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed a petition under Section 406 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, seeking transfer of a murder case from Haridwar to Delhi due to concerns over the local police's capability to investigate the high-profile case. The Court emphasized the need for a fair trial and impartial investigation, particularly in cases involving public officials and corruption. The petition was granted, allowing the transfer to ensure justice and proper handling of the case under Section 302 IPC and Section 120B IPC.