Magistrate Must Show Disagreement With Police's Negative Final Report While Taking Cognizance Of Offence On A Protest Plea: Rajasthan HC

The Rajasthan High Court ruled that if a magistrate disagrees with a police report, they can independently address protest petitions filed by the complainant. The decision clarifies that magistrates have the discretion to examine the evidence provided in protest petitions, even when the police have submitted a closure report. This judgment reinforces the magistrate's role in ensuring that the complainant’s voice is heard, providing an opportunity to challenge a police report and continue the investigation if necessary, thereby upholding justice and accountability.