Introduction: The word ‘prisoner’ means any person who is kept under custody in jail or prison because he/she committed an act prohibited by the law of the land. The Indian socio-legal system is…
Category: Criminal Law
Sexual Offence and Consent Law: Legal Standards, Challenges, and Reforms
Abstract This article addresses the evolution of sexual offense and consent laws on a global scale, with a focus on India. It highlights how the legal age of consent differs worldwide, typically…
Challenges in Bridging the Gap Between Punishment and Treatment in India
Addressing the gap between punishment and treatment in the Indian criminal justice system requires overcoming a series of significant challenges. These challenges are both structural and systemic, making reform efforts difficult to…
Barriers to Addressing Mental Health in the Criminal Justice System
Several barriers contribute to the gap between punishment and treatment in the criminal justice system. These barriers are both structural and systemic, making it difficult to implement meaningful reforms that address the…
Understanding Mental Illness in the Context of Criminal Responsibility
An individual’s behavior can be greatly impacted by mental illness, as it can hinder their capacity to regulate their impulses, make logical judgments, or comprehend the effects of their actions. The idea…
Criminal law and mental health: addressing the gap between punishment and treatment
As the criminal justice system in India struggles to address the special difficulties presented by people with mental health disorders who commit crimes, there is growing concern about the relationship between criminal…
How to write an FIR to Police
To, The Station House Officer, Harsh Vihar, Police Station, Mandoli Road, Near Shri Shani Mandir, Harsh Vihar, Mandoli Delhi 110093 29/12/2024 Sub: Fir for criminal intimidation, threat, and carrying illegal weapon Respected…