PRANJAY PURUSHOTAMBHAI GORADIA Vs. STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

JUDGEMENT

(1.) We have heard the learned counsel for the parties.

(2.) Leave granted.

(3.) Limited notice was issued in the Special Leave Petition wherein leave to appeal has been prayed for to challenge the judgment of the Bombay High Court convicting the accused appellant for the offence punishable under Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 ("IPC" for short). Sentence of rigorous imprisonment for life and fine of Rs. 2,00,000/- (Rupees two lakh) was imposed on the accused appellant with the further direction that the fine amount, once recovered, will be paid to the victim.