The Supreme Court mentioned that Filing a fresh bail plea even after rejection is Fundamental Right and we can not deny it. The petitioner in this case was granted bail by High Court but SC reversed it and rejected the plea, but while filing the fresh plea High Court mentioned that they can not file a plea as SC had rejected the same.

Legal Framework:

• Article 21 of the Constitution; Section 439 CrPC

Source: Supreme Court of India

SUPREME COURT FLAGS HIGH LITIGATION COSTS, CALLS FOR ACCESSIBLE JUSTICE

Case Name: Shankar Lal Sharma vs Rajesh Koolwal & Ors

The Supreme Court over the fees paid during the litigation process raised concerns. It is becoming inaccessible and humongous for the people belonging to the low economic section. Even if the Proceedings have not proceeded much, that fee is so much that it is getting unaffordable. Justice should be accessible to all classes irrespective of their economic status. Also applauded for the young lawyer who acted as amicus curiae for the senior Citizen. Also urged the Bar Council for fair legal cost so that people from all aspects of society can reach Court for their grievances.

Legal Framework:

• Article 39A of the Constitution

Source: Supreme Court of India

SUPREME COURT DIRECTS STATE GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT E-PRISON PROJECT

Case Name: In Re Policy Strategy for Grant of Bail | SMW (CRL.) NO(S). 4/2021

The Supreme Court directed the State Government to implement reforms in the E-Prison Project and report within 1month.

The Suggestions for the reforms by Amicus Curiae Devyansh A Mohta includes-

• Tracking Unregistered cases
• Integration of prisons database with Courts
• Deploying trained personnel.
• PTN (pre-trial number)
• CNR

This has been suggested to enhance more transparency and prisoner management.

e-Prison Website

Legal Framework: Article 21 of the Constitution

Source:Supreme Court of India

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