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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JHARKHAND AT RANCHI
PRADEEP KUMAR SRIVASTAVA
Sakli Devi W/o Khoso Hazra – Appellant
Versus
State of Jharkhand – Respondent
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| 1. the judgment provides background facts and the nature of the offences. (Para 1 , 2) |
| 2. factual background surrounding the deceased. (Para 3 , 4 , 5) |
| 3. details the investigation and charge framing against the appellant. (Para 7) |
| 4. arguments from both parties regarding the case. (Para 9 , 10) |
| 5. court's observations on the evidences and witnesses presented. (Para 11 , 14 , 17 , 18) |
| 6. discussion of evidence and court's observations. (Para 15 , 16) |
| 7. insufficient evidence to justify conviction. (Para 20) |
| 8. final ruling and consequences. (Para 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25) |
JUDGMENT :
PRADEEP KUMAR SRIVASTAVA, J.
1. Heard learned counsel for the parties.
2. The present appeal is directed against the judgment of conviction and order of sentence dated 30.01.2006 passed by learned Additional Sessions Judge, Fast Track Court-9, Giridih in Sessions Trial No. No. 33 of 1992, whereby and whereunder the appellant has been held guilty for the offence under Sections 498A, 304B and 201/34 of the I.P.C. and sentenced to undergo R.I. of three years and a fine of Rs. 1,000/- for the offence under Section 498A of the I.P.C. with default stipulation and further sentenced to undergo R.I. for seven
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