Victim's Right Archives

Whether victim’s right to be heard includes the obligation to be impleaded as a party in criminal proceedings; Delhi High Court answers

The Delhi High Court holds that there is no requirement in law to implead the victim to any criminal proceedings, whether instituted by the State or by the accused. The Court further directed the Registry to ensure that anonymity of the victims is strictly maintained.

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On the Victim’s Right to Participation

by Ankit Kaushik*

Case Briefs High Courts

Del HC | Victim’s right under S. 372 CrPC is limited; no inherent right to appeal on grounds of imposition of inadequate punishment

Delhi High Court: Vibhu Bhakru, J. allowed a criminal writ petition filed against the order of the Sessions Judge whereby the Chief Metropolitan