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january 2025

Supreme Court of India · 2025-01-02

Kim Wansoo vs State Of Uttar Pradesh

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Kim Wansoo
Respondent
State Of Uttar Pradesh
Author
C.T. Ravikumar
Bench
C.T. Ravikumar

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the High Court's order which refused to quash an FIR and directed that the petitioner not be arrested until credible evidence was available. The Court considered whether such a direction infringes upon the rights of the accused under criminal procedure. The Court upheld the order, emphasizing the importance of fair investigation procedures while balancing individual rights. The judgment underscores the Court's approach towards pre-trial restrictions and the scope of judicial interference in FIR proceedings.

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