IN THE HIGH COURT OF KERALA AT ERNAKULAM
A.BADHARUDEEN
B.J. Sreedhar, S/O. B.K. Janakiram – Appellant
Versus
C.B.I, Cochin Represented By The Standing Counsel – Respondent
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| 1. prosecution case details outline the accused's alleged corruption. (Para 1 , 3 , 11) |
| 2. arguments focus on challenges against evidence of bribery. (Para 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 12 , 18) |
| 3. court’s analysis confirms the sufficiency of evidence for guilt. (Para 10 , 22 , 26) |
| 4. legal standards for proving bribery established in key cases. (Para 23 , 24 , 25) |
| 5. final decision modifies the sentence but affirms conviction. (Para 27 , 28 , 29) |
JUDGMENT :
1. Conviction and sentence imposed against the appellant/accused in C.C.No.2 of 2005 on the files of the Special Judge (SPE/CBI)-I, Ernakulam, as per judgment dated 18.08.2006, are under challenge in this Appeal at the instance of the sole accused therein.
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