Judicial Officers Discharging Official Duties Immune From Prosecution Unless Clear Malafide Intent Is Proven: Madhya Pradesh High Court

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has reiterated that judicial officers acting in their judicial capacity are protected under Section 197 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). The court clarified that such officers cannot be prosecuted or personally targeted through collateral proceedings, and any interference under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution is permitted only if there is clear malafide intention or cogent evidence on record. Petitioner Alleges Conspiracy After…