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Electronic evidence, such as emails, messages, social media posts, and digital documents, has become incredibly important in legal proceedings. Recognizing this major change, India's legal system has adapted to accommodate electronic evidence under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA), and more recently, the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA). (Updatable Blog) MORE..
This case, adjudicated under the IT Act,2000, involves a significant breach of cybersecurity and financial fraud. The Complainant, Dhule Vikas Bank alleged that Axis Bank Limited failed to implement reasonable security measures, leading to unauthorized transactions amounting to ₹2,06,50,165. MORE..
The cyber crime criminal trial in India generally consists of three main stages: pre-trial stage, trial stage, and post-trial stage, which includes steps like filing a First Information Report (FIR ), police investigation, charge sheet submission, framing of charges, examination of witnesses, presentation of evidence, closing arguments, and finally, the judgment and potential appeals. MORE..
A First Information Report, commonly known as FIR, is the foundational legal document that sets the criminal justice machinery in motion. It represents the first formal intimation received by law enforcement about the commission of a cognizable offence. The FIR under BNSS, 2023 is not merely a procedural formality; it is a constitutional right that empowers citizens to seek justice and ensures that the rule of law prevails. What are types of FIR? and what are options when police doesn't register your FIR as an individual or as an organisation MORE..
A police officer can, without an order or warrant from a Magistrate, arrest a person for a cognizable offence punishable by imprisonment exceeding 7 years, without the need for any 'special reasons'. MORE ..
Case Study : This case study highlights a landmark judgment where justice was delivered within 48 hours of registering the First Information Report (FIR). It serves as an example of swift legal proceedings, effective police investigation, and judicial efficiency. After one SIMILAR CASE IN 2017, this case is crucial for law students, Police, judges and legal professionals dealing with cybercrimes and offences against women.. MORE..
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