BLOG of Advocate (Dr.) Prashant Mali

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..

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..