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Introduction In Indian criminal law, the general principle is that “bail is the rule and jail is the exception.” However,…

Introduction Section 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, imposes a higher threshold for the grant of bail…

Disha Salian Death Case: What the Bombay High Court Actually Found and Why the CBI Probe Matters “When a death…

Death Penalty and Unintended Crime Consequences The death penalty, which has been regarded as the strongest deterrent measure, has always…

Introduction Bail balances an individual’s right to personal liberty with the state’s need for a fair trial, grounded in the…

1. Introduction The prison mess is the heart of daily food service in any jail. It works under tight security…

Introduction The office of the coroner is one of the oldest institutions in the common law system. It began in…

Introduction The distinction between bailable and non-bailable offences is a cornerstone of Indian criminal procedure. It directly governs an individual’s…

Introduction Life inside a prison is governed by strict rules. A prisoner cannot keep whatever he or she wishes. Every…

Introduction Life inside a prison revolves around a strictly regulated daily timetable. Unlike the outside world, where individuals largely decide…