Supreme Court Restores Acquittal in Corruption Case: Criminal Process Strength Lies in Restraint as Much as Scrutiny

Oct 29, 2025 02:16 am CST

The Supreme Court of India reinstated the acquittal of a former Assistant Commissioner of Labour in a 1997 corruption case, emphasizing that judicial restraint is as crucial as scrutiny in criminal proceedings. The Court overturned the Andhra Pradesh High Court's conviction, stating that suspicion cannot replace proof and highlighting the importance of adhering to evidence standards when evaluating bribery allegations.