The Odisha Special Courts Act, 2006
The Odisha Special Courts Act, 2006
The Orissa Special Courts Act, 2006 establishes Special Courts in the state of Orissa to ensure the speedy trial of corruption cases involving individuals who held high public or political offices. It regulates the establishment of these courts, their procedures, and the process for confiscating money and property acquired through criminal misconduct. The law applies specifically to high-ranking public servants and politicians in the state accused of corrupt activities. This legislation matters because it fast-tracks legal proceedings against powerful figures and allows the state to confiscate illicitly obtained assets, promoting transparency and discouraging public corruption.
Chapter I PRELIMINARY →
Chapter II ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIAL COURTS →
- 3Establishment of Special Courts
- 4Cognizance of cases by Special Courts
- 5Declaration of cases to be dealt with under this Act
- 6Effect of declaration
- 7Jurisdiction of Special Courts as to trial of offences
- 8Procedure and powers of Special Courts
- 9Appeal against orders of Special Courts
- 10Transfer of cases
- 11Special Court not bound to adjourn a trial
- 12Presiding Judge may act an evidence recorded by his predecessor
Chapter III CONFISCATION OF PROPERTY →
Chapter IV MISCELLANEOUS →
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