Court Directs CBI To Submit Detailed Report On Pending Criminal Cases Against MPs & MLAs, Expresses Displeasure Over Delay In Trials: Jharkhand High Court

In a recent order dated 16th April, 2024, the Hon’ble Acting Chief Justice along with Justice Navneet Kumar expressed strong dissatisfaction with the pace of criminal cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Jharkhand. The case, WP(PIL) No.4489 of 2021, has highlighted several crucial issues concerning the delays in these trials. Key Points from the Order: 1. The Court critiqued the reasons provided by…