S.319 CrPC | Order To Summon Additional Accused Passed After Acquittal/Conviction Of Co-Accused Is Unsustainable: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that an order under Section 319 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) to summon additional accused after the acquittal or conviction of co-accused is unsustainable. The court held that such orders should be issued before the final verdict on co-accused to ensure a fair trial. This ruling emphasizes the need for timely and effective legal procedures in summoning additional accused to avoid compromising the integrity of the judicial process. It aims to prevent unnecessary delays and ensure that all relevant parties are appropriately addressed during the trial.