Principles summarised regarding relevancy of stage of the proceedings addition or alterations of charges u/s 216 Crpc
The court is empowered to alter or add charges even after the completion of
evidence, argument s and reserving of the judgement,the test to be applied by
the court while deciding upon an addition or alteration of charge is that the
material brought on record needs to have a direct link or Nexus with the
ingredients of the alleged offences, further, the court while altering or adding
charges, must exercise its power judiciously and ensure that no prejudice is
caused to the accused and that he is allowed to have a fair trial.
Vikram Singh vs Union of India ( 2005) 9 SCC 502: (2015) 4 SCC(cri) 213
Vikram Singh vs Union of India ( 2005) 9 SCC 502: (2015) 4 SCC(cri) 213
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