LAWS(BOM)-2020-1-251

STATE OF MAHARASHTRA Vs. GOPAL AMBADAS GAWALI

Decided On January 22, 2020
STATE OF MAHARASHTRA Appellant
V/S
Gopal Ambadas Gawali Respondents

JUDGEMENT

(1.) This is an appeal filed by the State of Maharashtra impugning an order and judgment dated 20.7.2000 passed by the Special Judge, Solapur acquitting respondent of charges under Section 7 (Offence relating to public servant being bribed), read with section 13(1)(d) and 13(2) (Criminal misconduct by a public servant) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

(2.) On 6.1.2020 when the matter was called out, as respondent (hereinafter referred to as accused) was unrepresented, this court appointed Mr.Jehangir Jejeebhoy as an Amicus Curiae. Of course, subsequently Mr.Subodh Pathak appeared for accused. Before I proceed with the case, I must express my appreciation for the distinguished assistance rendered by Mr.Jejeebhoy, learned amicus curiae.

(3.) Heard the counsel and also perused the record and proceedings, the evidence as well as the impugned judgment.