Supreme Court of India · 2024-03-12
Dablu Kujur vs The State Of Jharkhand
- Citation / case number
- 2024 INSC 197
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Dablu Kujur
- Respondent
- The State Of Jharkhand
- Author
- Bela M. Trivedi
- Bench
- Pankaj Mithal, Bela M. Trivedi
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's bail application under Sections 302, 120-B/34 IPC and Sections 25(1-B) A/26/27/35 of the Arms Act, emphasizing that the trial was nearing completion with most witnesses already examined. The Court noted the necessity for compliance with procedural requirements under Section 173 of the Cr.P.C regarding police reports, indicating that non-compliance could lead to legal complications. The Court directed the trial court to expedite the examination of public witnesses within four months, ensuring adherence to legal protocols.