Supreme Court of India · 2025-08-13
Mini vs Cbi/Spe Cochin
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Mini
- Respondent
- Cbi/Spe Cochin
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant, the widow of the deceased convict, under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, based on evidence of demand and acceptance of bribe by the accused, a passport office clerk. The court examined the validity of the conviction and the evidence presented, affirming the High Court's decision. The case underscores the principles of proof in corruption cases and the importance of establishing demand and acceptance of bribe. The appeal was dismissed, maintaining the conviction.