Amit Shah Reviews the Implementation of New Criminal Laws in Maharashtra
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Synopsis
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the implementation of new criminal laws in Maharashtra, emphasizing the establishment of a model Directorate of Prosecution and improved collaboration among law enforcement and judicial bodies.
Key Takeaways
- Establishment of a model Directorate of Prosecution.
- Over 90% conviction rate aimed for serious offenses.
- Regular monitoring of organized crime and terrorism cases.
- Implementation of video conferencing for evidence recording.
- FIR transfer system between states recommended.
New Delhi, Feb 14 (NationPress) Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a review meeting regarding the execution of three new criminal laws in Maharashtra, urging the state to create a model Directorate of Prosecution system that aligns with the updated criminal regulations.
Accompanied by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, HM Shah assessed the implementation and current status of several new provisions concerning police, prisons, courts, prosecution, and forensics within the state.
The meeting included the participation of the Union Home Secretary, Chief Secretary, and Director General of Police of Maharashtra, alongside the Director General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD), the Director General of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), and various senior officials from both the Union Home Ministry and the state government.
The Home Minister asserted that the Narendra Modi administration is dedicated to delivering a fast and transparent justice system to the citizens.
He emphasized that to enhance law and order, it is crucial for crimes to be documented promptly, ensuring no delays occur in filing FIRs.
HM Shah highlighted the need to achieve a conviction rate exceeding 90% in cases involving sentences longer than seven years, advocating for collaboration among police, government lawyers, and the judiciary to ensure swift punishment for offenders.
The Home Minister reiterated that senior police officers must consistently oversee cases related to organized crime, terrorism, and mob lynching to avoid the misuse of relevant legal provisions.
He noted the necessity for a system to record evidence via video conferencing in settings such as prisons, government hospitals, banks, and Forensic Science Laboratories (FSL).
HM Shah also proposed implementing a framework that allows FIRs to be transferred between states through the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS). He recommended that Maharashtra adopt both CCTNS 2.0 and ICJS (Inter-operable Criminal Justice System) 2.0.
