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Delhi High Court Cancels Lawyer’s Pre-Arrest Bail, Orders Inquiry Into Alleged Judicial Pressure in Rape Case

The court cited audio clips referencing a ₹30 lakh payoff to justify revisiting bail for interference with justice.

Overview

  • Justice Amit Mahajan directed the accused to surrender to the trial court within one week after remaining on bail for over three months.
  • An administrative enquiry was ordered into two judicial officers after recordings were placed before the court.
  • The court noted that one officer is heard offering ₹30 lakh and a job to the complainant in conversations treated as prima facie evidence.
  • The judge said the involvement of judicial officers shocked the court’s conscience and reflected interference with the administration of justice.
  • The complainant, a 27-year-old lawyer, alleges rape by a 51-year-old advocate and pregnancy in May, and police stated a chargesheet has been filed with further investigation ongoing.