Three Prisoners Walk Free After Special Court Hearing in Jail
In a significant development at Birsa Munda Central Jail, three inmates facing charges of stealing railway iron properties were released on Sunday following a special jail adalat conducted on the premises. The hearing brought justice to their prolonged incarceration as the railway magistrate delivered a verdict that acknowledged their time already served.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing Details
Railway Magistrate Bijay Yadav presided over the cases and convicted the accused after hearing their matters. In his ruling, he declared that the duration these individuals had already spent in prison would be considered their complete sentence term, effectively ending their confinement. Additionally, the court imposed a monetary penalty of ₹500 each on all three convicts.
The judicial process saw active participation from legal aid representatives, including Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel Praveen Kumar Srivastva and Deputy LADC Rajesh Kumar Sinha. Their presence ensured that the prisoners received proper legal representation during the proceedings.
Legal Awareness and Prisoner Support Initiatives
Beyond the courtroom proceedings, the jail adalat served as a platform for broader legal empowerment. Chief LADC Praveen Kumar Srivastva took the opportunity to listen to various problems faced by prisoners, addressing their concerns directly.
Meanwhile, Deputy LADC Rajesh Kumar Sinha conducted an educational session for approximately 50 prisoners, enlightening them about the crucial role of legal aid clinics and the assistance available through the jail's para-legal volunteers. This initiative aimed to enhance legal awareness among inmates and ensure they understand their rights and available legal resources.
The jail adalat system continues to serve as an important mechanism for delivering timely justice and reducing overcrowding in prisons while ensuring that legal processes reach those who need them most.
