Edward Makri Desouza v. the State of Karnataka
Case brief
What is this about?
This petition challenged the delay in concluding criminal proceedings in CC No.136/2011. The High Court ordered the trial court to dispose of the case within 6 months from the date of receipt of the certified copy of this order to ensure a speedy trial under Article 21.
What did the court decide?
The Additional Civil Judge (Jr.Dn) and JMFC, Belthangady, to conclude the proceedings in C.C.No.136/2011 within 6 months from the date of receipt of the certified copy of this order.