Mere Demand and Acceptance of Bribe Attracts Offence Under Prevention of Corruption Act Irrespective of Official Capacity: Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court delivered a significant ruling in a corruption matter, refusing to quash an FIR filed against a police head constable. The Court clarified that its inherent powers cannot be misused to stop a lawful investigation when prima facie evidence clearly indicates commission of an offence. Background of the Case The case was filed by Jagdish Singh, who was serving as a head constable in Sawai Madhopur. He…
