Prudeta
Prudeta
2026 INSC 456
📌 Paras 3-8
The appellant was arrested in connection with FIR No. 13 of 2023 for offences under the IPC and UAPA. He claims illegal detention prior to the FIR registration. The 90-day period for filing the chargesheet was set to expire on February 5, 2024. The Investigating Officer applied for an extension on February 2, 2024, which was allowed on the same day, extending the time by 25 days beyond the initial 90 days. The appellant contends this extension was granted behind his back and without his knowledge or opportunity to be heard.
📌 Para 3
Whether the High Court erred in dismissing the appellant's petition challenging the Special Judge's order extending the time for filing the chargesheet, particularly when the extension was all
The bench further analyzed the constitutional validity of the impugned provisions and discussed the interpretation of Articles 14 and 21 in light of recent precedents...
Citing the ratio in prior decisions, the court held that the legislative intent was to ensure...
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