Lack of Evidence

Supreme Court Acquits Death Row Convict for Lack of Evidence and Contradictory Eyewitness Testimony: “No Man Should Be Sent to the Gallows on Shaky Testimony”

Court’s Decision The Supreme Court set aside the conviction and death sentence of the appellant who had been accused of murdering four members of his family and injuring two others.…

Rawlaw August 3, 2025

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Patna High Court Sets Aside Juvenile’s Conviction for Rape Due to Lack of Evidence, Directs State Legal Services to Compensate Victim, Holding “Juvenile Justice System Must Reform Without Ignoring Victims’ Rights” While Emphasising Restorative Justice

Court’s Decision The Patna High Court allowed the criminal revision, set aside the conviction and sentence of a juvenile for rape under Section 376 IPC, and acquitted him due to…

Rawlaw July 8, 2025

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Tripura High Court Acquits in Attempted Murder Case: Contradictions in Testimonies, Lack of Evidence, and Investigation Lapses Lead to Overturning of Section 323 IPC Conviction

Court’s Decision: The High Court of Tripura overturned the conviction of the appellant under Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), citing inconsistencies in witness testimonies, lack of critical…

Rawlaw November 25, 2024