Supreme Court Modifies Sentence in Arson Case Due to Family Compromise: Shankar & Ors. vs. State of Maharashtra (2019) LEGAL ISSUE: Whether a compromise between family members can be a factor in reducing the sentence for non-compoundable offenses like arson. CASE TYPE: Criminal Law Case Name: Shankar & Ors. vs. The State of Maharashtra & […]
Supreme Court Acquits Accused in Arson Case Citing Material Contradictions: Shanthamalleshappa vs. State of Karnataka (2018) LEGAL ISSUE: Whether the accused was guilty of setting fire to a thatched shed. CASE TYPE: Criminal. Case Name: Shanthamalleshappa vs. State of Karnataka. [Judgment Date]: 10 December 2018 Introduction Date of the Judgment: 10 December 2018 Citation: 2018
Supreme Court Reduces Sentence in Arson Case After Compensation: Surender Singh vs. State of Haryana (2018) LEGAL ISSUE: Whether a sentence for arson can be reduced based on subsequent compensation paid to the victim. CASE TYPE: Criminal Case Name: Surender Singh vs. The State of Haryana & Ors. [Judgment Date]: 11 October 2018 Date of
