Section 406 of CrPC : Section 406: Power of Supreme Court to transfer cases and appeals.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A high-profile criminal case involving a prominent politician is being tried in the High Court of Uttar Pradesh. The politician's influence in the state is substantial, and there are concerns that the trial may not be fair due to potential bias or pressure on the judiciary.

Application: The victim's family, feeling that justice may not be served in Uttar Pradesh, files an application to the Supreme Court under Section 406 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. They argue that transferring the case to another High Court, such as the High Court of Delhi, would ensure a fair trial.

Outcome: The Supreme Court, after reviewing the application and supporting affidavits, finds that transferring the case is expedient for the ends of justice. It orders the transfer of the case from the High Court of Uttar Pradesh to the High Court of Delhi.

Example 2:

Scenario: A businessman is accused of financial fraud and is being tried in a criminal court in Mumbai, which is under the jurisdiction of the Bombay High Court. The businessman has significant business interests and connections in Mumbai, raising concerns about potential influence ov...

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