Suman v. State of U.P. and 7 Others
Case brief
What is this about?
A Criminal M.W.P. challenging non-prosecution. The High Court noted a nine-month delay in investigating a serious offence after lodging of the FIR. The Court permitted the petitioner to approach the 2nd respondent for directions to expedite the investigation within four months.
What did the court decide?
Petitioner permitted to approach 2nd respondent to issue directions for conclusion of investigation within four months.