Nearly a decade after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, the justices are being asked to reconsider their 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges. This fall, the court will decide whether to hear a case brought by Kim Davis — the former Kentucky county clerk jailed in 2015 for refusing to issue marriage…
The Bombay High Court on Tuesday dismissed the bail plea of Babu Abdul Ruf Sardar, who is accused of illegally entering India from Bangladesh and obtaining forged Indian identity documents. The court cited national security concerns, the ongoing investigation, and the risk of absconding as key reasons for the rejection. Justice Amit Borkar, while delivering…
The Supreme Court on Tuesday barred police and other authorities from taking coercive action against owners of petrol vehicles over 15 years old and diesel vehicles over 10 years old in the Delhi-NCR, offering relief to thousands of commuters. A bench led by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai issued the interim order, effectively pausing…
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday initiated the process for the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court by admitting a motion signed by 146 Members of Parliament. A three-member inquiry committee has been constituted to investigate the charges against the judge. The committee comprises Supreme Court Judge Justice Aravind Kumar,…
If you’re in Colorado and wondering whether a committed relationship qualifies as a legal marriage—even without a ceremony—this guide clarifies everything. From how common law marriage is formed, to its rights and implications under Colorado law, read on for a thorough breakdown. 1. Colorado Recognizes Common Law Marriage Colorado is among the few U.S. states…
1. Legal Framework & Constitutional Perspective 2. Consent Standards: One-Party vs. Two-Party 3. Admissibility in Court 4. Penalties & Legal Risks 5. Summary Table Scenario Legal Status Recording your own call (as a participant) Generally Legal (One-party consent) Recording others without their knowledge Likely Illegal; may infringe privacy rights Recording by government with proper order…
Riding between lanes of traffic—known as lane splitting or lane filtering—is a common image of motorcycle maneuvering. But is it legal in Florida? The answer is a firm no. Let’s break down why, what the law says, the risks involved, and whether that might change down the road. What Is Lane Splitting, Filtering & Sharing?…
Mutual divorce (often spelled mutal divorce in common queries) is the simplest legal route to end a marriage when both spouses agree to part ways. This guide explains, step-by-step, how to get a mutual divorce in India — whether you’re married under Hindu law, Muslim personal law, the Special Marriage Act, the Indian Divorce Act…
Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs), set up to speed up trials in rape and child sexual abuse cases, are failing to meet expectations in Delhi, according to recent data presented in the Lok Sabha. The national capital is among the States and Union Territories struggling with delays in these courts. The FTSC initiative was launched…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday reversed its August 4 decision that barred Justice Prashant Kumar of the Allahabad High Court from hearing criminal matters, following intervention by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai. The rollback came a day after 13 Allahabad HC judges wrote to Chief Justice Arun Bhansali, urging that the top…