| Case ID |
ecf18ed8-efce-4972-bbac-26a02497201c |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No.1091 of 2006 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 11, 2012 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court allowed the appeal, setting aside the conviction and sentence imposed by the Trial Court. The case was remanded to the Trial Court with directions to provide legal assistance to the accused, ensuring a fair trial. The Court emphasized the importance of legal representation, especially in serious criminal cases, and highlighted that the failure to provide effective counsel constituted a denial of due process and fundamental rights. The ruling underscored the necessity for courts to ensure that accused persons have access to competent legal representation to uphold the principles of justice and fairness in the legal system. |
| Summary |
In the case of Muhammad Hussain alias Julfikar Ali vs. State (Govt. of NCT), Delhi, the Supreme Court addressed critical issues surrounding the right to a fair trial and legal representation. The appellant was convicted of serious offenses, including murder and attempted murder, without adequate legal assistance, raising significant concerns regarding due process. The Court reaffirmed that every individual has the right to competent legal counsel, especially in capital cases, highlighting that the absence of such representation undermines the integrity of the judicial process. This landmark ruling is pivotal in emphasizing the necessity of legal aid and its vital role in safeguarding the rights of the accused, thus ensuring justice is served. Keywords include fair trial, legal representation, due process, Supreme Court ruling, and criminal justice. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of India
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
H.L. Dattu,
Chandramauli Kr. Prasad
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| Lawyers |
Arun Kumar Beriwal,
D.S. Mehra
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD HUSSAIN alias JULFIKAR ALI
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| Respondents |
STATE (GOVT. OF NCT), DELHI
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| Citations |
2012 SLD 312,
2012 SCMR 1610
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| Other Citations |
Zahira Habibullah Sheikh v. State of Gujarat (2006) 3 SCC 374,
M.H. Hoskot v. State of Maharashtra 1978 (3) SCC 544,
Muhammad Sukur Ali v. State of Assam (2011) 4 SCC 729,
Hussainara Khatoon and others v. Home Secy., State of Bihar (1980) 1 SCC 98
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| Laws Involved |
Indian Penal Code,
Explosive Substances Act, 1908
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| Sections |
302,
307,
3
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