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Celestium Financial Vs. A. Gnanasekaran


Court: Supreme Court of India

Issue: Can victims appeal if someone is found not guilty?

What happened?

The case looked at whether a victim of a crime can appeal against a court’s decision to let the accused go free (acquittal), even if the victim did not personally file the original complaint.

What the court said:

Yes, victims can appeal against such decisions. The court said:

  • A victim’s right to appeal is just as strong as an accused person’s right to challenge a conviction.
  • Even if the victim didn’t file the original case, they can still appeal.
  • Legal heirs of a deceased victim can also file an appeal.
  • This right is part of Section 372 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC).
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Conclusion

The court’s ruling reinforced the victim’s right by ensuring they get the justice they want, even if the case was not filed by the victim originally. This protects and helps the victims voice out their concerns against a judgement.