Broad Powers of Courts Highlighted in Recent Ruling Under Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure: Punjab & Haryana High Court

Chandigarh, May 18, 2024: A recent judicial ruling has brought to light the extensive powers granted to courts under Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This section empowers the court to summon, examine, recall, or re-examine any witness at any stage of the trial, emphasizing the pursuit of truth and justice. Case Background: The case in question involves the prosecution of Sandesh and Parvinder, accused in the…