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Disposal of Criminal Cases Against Legislators
November 14 , 2023
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- The Supreme Court issued guidelines to monitor the speedy disposal of criminal cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs).
- The SC said that it would be difficult for it to form a uniform guideline for trial courts relating to speedy disposal of cases against MP/MLAs.
- It also asked the high courts to set up a special bench to monitor criminal trials against lawmakers.
- High Courts may call upon special lower courts for reports on the status of trials against lawmakers in criminal cases.
- The district judges have been asked to ensure sufficient infrastructure and technological facilities for designated special courts trying lawmakers.
- Further, the top court has asked High Courts to register a Suo motu cases for effective monitoring and disposal of cases involving MPs/MLAs.
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