Reading: My neighbour was convicted under sections 500 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code and sentenced to three months in prison. He got bail and filed an appeal but hasn’t been appearing in court regularly for the past four years. I finished my arguments a year ago, but the judge keeps granting his requests for extensions, despite my objections. He’s delaying the case while on bail. What can I do to expedite the process without disrespecting the judge? My lawyer is hesitant to take strong action fearing it might damage his relationship with the judge. Can you guide me on what legal options I have and which sections of the law apply?

My neighbour was convicted under sections 500 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code and sentenced to three months in prison. He got bail and filed an appeal but hasn’t been appearing in court regularly for the past four years. I finished my arguments a year ago, but the judge keeps granting his requests for extensions, despite my objections. He’s delaying the case while on bail. What can I do to expedite the process without disrespecting the judge? My lawyer is hesitant to take strong action fearing it might damage his relationship with the judge. Can you guide me on what legal options I have and which sections of the law apply?

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3 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Criminal › My neighbour was convicted under sections 500 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code and sentenced to three months in prison. He got bail and filed an appeal but hasn’t been appearing in court regularly for the past four years. I finished my arguments a year ago, but the judge keeps granting his requests for extensions, despite my objections. He’s delaying the case while on bail. What can I do to expedite the process without disrespecting the judge? My lawyer is hesitant to take strong action fearing it might damage his relationship with the judge. Can you guide me on what legal options I have and which sections of the law apply?

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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

My neighbour was convicted under sections 500 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code and sentenced to three months in prison. He got bail and filed an appeal but hasn’t been appearing in court regularly for the past four years. I finished my arguments a year ago, but the judge keeps granting his requests for extensions, despite my objections. He’s delaying the case while on bail. What can I do to expedite the process without disrespecting the judge? My lawyer is hesitant to take strong action fearing it might damage his relationship with the judge. Can you guide me on what legal options I have and which sections of the law apply?

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

You can file an application for early hearing under Section 309 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) highlighting the undue delay caused by your neighbour’s non-appearance and the judge’s repeated extensions. You can also cite the impact of the delay on you and the need for a speedy conclusion. You may also consider seeking legal advice from another lawyer for an independent opinion and potential course of action.