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Culpable homicide. Hearing stage.


23-Mar-2026 (In Criminal Law)
I am seeking your guidance on humanitarian grounds in a criminal case pending since 2019, where I have been falsely implicated as Accused No. 1 under Sections 308, 336, 337, 338 IPC and Section 3/25 Arms Act. It is important to note that Section 308 was not part of the FIR and was later added in the chargesheet. Additionally, the alleged weapon recovery is shown prior to the FIR, which raises serious legal concerns. Kindly guide: Can I apply for split trial? Can I file for speedy trial?
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Answer #1
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You can file for a speedy trial under Article 21, citing the 2019 delay. A split trial is possible if co-accused are absconding. Use the illegal recovery and added Section 308 to seek discharge as per the concerned provisions of law.
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Answer #2
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Yes, seek speedy trial citing delay since 2019 and prejudice caused. Split trial depends on facts/co-accused status. Also consider discharge/quash on added 308 IPC and doubtful recovery inconsistencies.
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