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Supreme Court of India · 2014-11-14

STATE OF RAJASTHAN vs SALMAN KHAN

Citation / case number
SC 2014/12302
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
STATE OF RAJASTHAN
Respondent
SALMAN KHAN
Author
SUDHANSU JYOTI MUKHOPADHAYA
Bench
ADARSH KUMAR GOEL SUDHANSU JYOTI MUKHOPADHAYA

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to suspend the conviction of the respondent under Section 51 of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, allowing him to travel abroad for professional engagements. The Court noted that the suspension of the sentence was justified as it was hindering the respondent's ability to work, despite the conviction. The Court emphasized the importance of balancing legal consequences with individual rights, particularly in cases involving professional commitments.

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