Understanding Criminology: The Study of Crime and Criminal Behavior
Criminology is the scientific study of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice system. It explores the causes, consequences, and prevention…
Juvenile Sentencing: Second Chances vs. Public Safety
Juvenile sentencing presents a delicate balance between offering second chances and ensuring public safety. Advocates for leniency emphasize that young…
Reforming the Criminal Justice System: The Case for Restorative Justice
The criminal justice system in many countries, particularly in the United States, has been the subject of intense scrutiny over…
Criminal Law and Juvenile Justice: The Legal Rights of Minors
Introduction The juvenile justice system plays a crucial role in handling minors who commit crimes, focusing on rehabilitation rather than…
Laws Governing a Minor’s Rights to a Passport in India
The process of issuing passports to minors in India is governed by the Passport Act of 1967 and related regulations,…
Juvenile Justice in India: Rehabilitation vs Punishment
The debate over juvenile justice, specifically whether the focus should be on rehabilitation or punishment, is one that has garnered…
Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) and Bhartiya Suraksha Sanhita (BSS): How These Laws Are Making Criminal Justice More Victim-Centric
In recent years, the need for reform in India’s criminal justice system has become more pressing than ever before. While…
Hate Crime Legislation: Effectiveness and Implications
Hate crime legislation has emerged as a critical tool for addressing acts of violence or discrimination motivated by bias against…
Sanction to Prosecute a Public Servant:Difference of Sanctions under Section 197 CrPC and Section 19 PC Act
To prosecute a public servant, a sanction by the respective government or the authority, to which the public servant is…
How to Apply for Anticipatory Bail
Abstract Anticipatory bail is a criminal procedure under the Indian legal system, which allows a person to seek protection from…