Supreme Court concerned over cops uploading videos online, says poses threat to fair trial
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Why in news
The Supreme Court expressed concern over police uploading videos of accused persons on social media, stating it creates public bias and threatens the right to a fair trial.
Background
The Supreme Court, including CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, observed that social media influence can create undue pressure on investigations. The court suggested refiling the petition after April once guidelines for police media briefings are implemented.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe court suggested a timeline of April for the implementation of police media briefing guidelines.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the unregulated use of social media by law enforcement agencies may compromise the constitutional right to a fair trial and the principle of 'presumption of innocence'.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Due process conflict: Public perception vs. judicial impartiality in criminal proceedings
- Institutional accountability: Lack of standardized protocols for police media interactions
- Digital rights: Balancing investigative transparency with the privacy of the accused
Keywords: Fair trial · Presumption of innocence · Public bias · Judicial oversight · Digital ethics
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