SC Orders SIT Probe Into Lawyers' Assault Complaint Against Police
The bench said the complaint must be probed by a senior officer-led SIT and ordered a report to the jurisdictional magistrate.
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SC orders SIT probe into lawyers' assault complaint against police
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi police commissioner to form a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe a complaint filed by lawyers who were allegedly assaulted during a protest demanding the resignation of Bar Council of India (BCI) chairman Manan Kumar Mishra. This directive comes after the Delhi High Court had dismissed a similar plea, stating it was not maintainable.
Supreme Court orders SIT probe into lawyers' assault complaint
The Supreme Court has ordered an SIT probe into lawyers' assault allegations linked to a Bar Council protest. The direction overrides earlier hesitation and requires findings to be placed before a magistrate.
SC Orders Delhi Police Commissioner Probe into Lawyer Assault
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi Police Commissioner to form a Special Investigation Team to probe the alleged assault on lawyers during a protest demanding the resignation of the BCI chairman. The apex court's order aims to ensure a thorough investigation into the complaint.
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