Tag: Sessions Court
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Political Secretary Signals Possible AG’s Review of Bribery Charges in Malaysia Court
Overview of the Case A key figure in Malaysian politics may take a potential route to challenge bribery charges, signaling a developing phase in a case before the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur. The former senior political secretary to the prime minister indicated through his legal team that representations to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC)…
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Anticipatory Bail Jurisdiction: Can High Courts Bypass Sessions Courts? Supreme Court Refers 3-Judge Bench
Background: The Anticipatory Bail Question Recently, the Indian Supreme Court considered a pivotal question about the jurisdictional path for anticipatory bail pleas. Traditionally, anticipatory bail applications are filed in the Sessions Court after a cognizable case is registered against an accused. The Sessions Court then conducts a hearing, and only if needed, the matter can…