Supreme Court of India · 2011-03-09
Haricharan & Anr vs State Of M.P. & Ors
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Haricharan & Anr
- Respondent
- State Of M.P. & Ors
- Author
- Surinder Singh Nijjar
- Bench
- Surinder Singh Nijjar, B.Sudershan Reddy
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's conviction of the appellants under Section 304 Part II IPC and Section 330 IPC, affirming the finding that the police officers subjected the victim, Mathura, to torture and unlawful detention, leading to his death. The Court emphasized that the use of third-degree methods by police is a serious violation of human rights and constitutes a criminal offense. The sentences of five years R.I. under Section 304 Part II and three years R.I. under Section 330 IPC were confirmed, highlighting the need for accountability in law enforcement.