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Abhi (law student)     25 April 2015

Appeal in state case

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         In a case lodged by stae, for instance 498a, if the accused is convicted he can go for appeal. but if he is acquitted can the  " VICTIM"  (wife) go for appeal even if the state does not opt for appeal?



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SAINATH DEVALLA (LEGAL CONSULTANT)     27 April 2015

  • If the accused is acquitted in a case instituted upon a complaint the complainant may also file appeal against the acquittal after seeking leave to file the appeal.

  • The complainant should seek the leave to file appeal within 60 days from the order of the acquittal. But in case the complainant is a public servant, the leave can be sought within 6 months from the order of the acquittal. The appeal has to be filed within 30 days after obtaining the said leave.

  • If the complainant's application seeking leave to appeal is refused by the High Court, no appeal can be filed even by the state.


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