Supreme Court Dismisses ‘Frivolous’ Petition Against Rhea Chakraborty in Sushant Singh Rajput Case
- Posted on October 25, 2024
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- By Arijit Dutta
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The Supreme Court dismissed Maharashtra's petition challenging the quashing of Look-out Circulars against Rhea Chakraborty and her family, citing it as a “frivolous” appeal. The court emphasized caution against excessive measures in high-profile cases, particularly when no substantial grounds justify such legal constraints.
In a significant relief for actress Rhea Chakraborty, the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by the Maharashtra government, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and the Bureau of Immigration, which challenged the Bombay High Court's decision to quash Look-out Circulars (LOCs) issued against her and her family. The LOCs were originally put in place following the 2020 death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, a case that attracted significant media and public attention.
A bench comprising Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan criticized the appeal as "frivolous," noting that the filing appeared motivated more by the celebrity status of those involved than by legal necessity. The court questioned the rationale for issuing LOCs in this context, particularly given that the High Court had already found no substantial grounds for maintaining such restrictions on the movement of Chakraborty and her family members.
Chakraborty, who had faced intense scrutiny and legal battles since Rajput’s passing, expressed relief at the verdict. She and her brother Showik, along with their father, had been under investigation in connection to the actor's death and related drug allegations. However, they have consistently maintained their innocence, and the current ruling marks a pivotal step in lifting legal constraints they’ve faced over the years.
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The court's remarks reflect a caution against the use of extraordinary measures like LOCs without a substantial basis, especially in high-profile cases where public sentiment can potentially influence legal actions. The decision sets a precedent for the selective and judicious use of LOCs and underscores judicial commitment to protecting individuals' rights against unwarranted legal action.
