Latest Supreme Court Judgments

Landmark Supreme Court of India rulings, explained in clear, plain language.

Showing 2 of 2 judgments

Can a third judge under Section 392 CrPC reopen findings both Division Bench judges agreed upon?

Supreme Court Refers Whether Third Judge Can Review Unanimous Findings on Reference Under Section 392 CrPC

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Gupta vs. State of Uttar Pradesh & Ors. (with State of Uttar Pradesh vs. Anil Rastogi & Ors.)

Criminal Law / Appellate Procedure / Statutory Interpretation Verified

The Supreme Court referred to a larger Bench the question of whether a third judge under Section 392 CrPC 1973 can overturn unanimous findings of both Division Bench judges on accused persons not in dispute, disagreeing with Sajjan Singh v. State of Madhya Pradesh (1999).

Can you appeal if a higher court reverses your acquittal and convicts you?

You cannot file a regular appeal if an appellate court convicts you for the first time

Vishnu Kumar Gupta vs State of Madhya Pradesh

Criminal Law / Criminal Procedure

If a Sessions Court reverses your acquittal and convicts you for the first time, you cannot file a regular appeal in the High Court; your only option is to file a revision petition.

You have reached the end — all 2 judgments loaded.