Rajasthan HC Permits Accused To Virtually Join Trial From Jail, Notes Unnecessary Financial Burden On State Providing Security For His Travel

Rajasthan High Court has allowed an accused's plea for exemption from physical appearance before the trial court and permitted him to attend the proceedings, including recording of witness statements, through video conferencing, on the ground of the accused apprehending threat to security from the enemy gangs during travel.“…it is deemed appropriate that the petitioner's physical presence...