Jharkhand High Court: Revisional Powers Section 397 CrPC—Concurrent Jurisdiction

The Jharkhand High Court issued a ruling clarifying concurrent jurisdiction under Section 397 of the CrPC for revisional powers between Sessions Court and High Court. The bench held parties must exercise revision at either level, not both, preventing multiple re-adjudications and judicial inefficiency. The judgment also delineated the procedural hierarchy for challenging criminal orders and the doctrine of judicial restraint, maintaining the integrity of criminal justice. This provides clarity and streamlines the appeal process, reducing unnecessary litigation and ensuring speedy justice.