The powers of investigating agencies after the charges have been framed

In the series of DEFENZ: The case of Desaraju Venugopal (W.P.(CRL) 833/2021), the Delhi High Court clarified the authority of investigating agencies after charges are framed. The court emphasised on their unrestricted powers to conduct ‘further’ probes without specific time constraints. The trial was directed to proceed with any new evidence, requiring additional investigation to be presented to the court for consideration.

Done by: P. ARUN SUGAVANESHVAR, LAWYER