Only Sessions Court Can Order Further Probe Upon Committal Of Case, Not Ilaqa Magistrate: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court clarified that once a criminal case is committed to the Sessions Court for trial, the Ilaqa Magistrate loses jurisdiction to order further investigation. Such power vests only in the Sessions Court. The judgment examined provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code, emphasizing judicial hierarchy and procedural discipline. The ruling prevents conflicting or overlapping orders between subordinate and superior courts, ensuring clarity and efficiency in criminal procedure. It reinforces that after committal, only the trial court can exercise control over further investigation or supplementary reports.