In Brief
In this Special Leave Petition concerning accused persons held in custody for nearly four years, the Supreme Court clarified procedural requirements under Section 235(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The Court held that the Superintendent of Jail must directly file a report on the conduct of custodial prisoners in a sealed cover, rather than having such information submitted indirectly through State counsel. The judgment emphasizes that comprehensive information—including socio-economic background, criminal antecedents, personal habits, education, and vocational skills—is essential for proper judicial consideration. The matter was adjourned for production of the required reports and supplementary affidavits."
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