Subash @ Achu v. State of Kerala

Subash @ Achu v. State of Kerala

Penal Code, 1860 - Sections 452 and 307 - Consistent victim testimony, corroborated by medical evidence, prevailed over minor discrepancies in initial statement. Intent under Section 307 inferred from weapon's nature and act, despite absence of fatal injury. Sentence modified considering offence severity and accused’s plea for leniency. Appeal partly allowed; convictions under Sections 452 and 307 confirmed; sentence revised.
Robinson v. State of Kerala

Robinson v. State of Kerala

Penal Code, 1860 – Sections 337, 338, 304A – Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Section 3 r/w Section 181 – Rash and Negligent Driving – Conviction and Sentence – Appeal – Validity of Driving Licence – Mechanical Defect of Vehicle – Evidence of Injured Witness and Independent Witnesses – Modification of Sentence.