SC to hear PIL seeking speedy disposal of cases against lawmakers
On Friday, the Supreme Court agreed to list a 2016 PIL seeking urgent directions for the speedy disposal of criminal cases involving lawmakers nationwide. Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi recused themselves from the case, citing past involvement. Senior advocate Vijay Hansaria, working as amicus curiae, urged the CJI-led bench to expedite the trial of criminal cases against MPs and MLAs, noting that nearly 40% of legislators face such charges.
The court's latest report revealed 251 out of 543 Lok Sabha and 75 out of 233 Rajya Sabha members have criminal cases. Over 4,000 criminal cases were filed against lawmakers, with 14 states reporting the highest numbers. In a significant verdict on November 9, 2023, the Supreme Court directed high courts to monitor such cases and special courts to avoid rare adjournments.
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