High Court Judge Stripped of Criminal Cases After Supreme Court Rap
The Supreme Court on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, issued a stern rebuke to an Allahabad High Court judge, removing his jurisdiction over criminal matters. The decision follows the judge’s controversial upholding of criminal summons in a purely civil debt recovery dispute.
The apex court criticised the judge for blurring the lines between civil and criminal procedures, a serious lapse in judicial judgment. This action, it stated, was a clear transgression of established legal norms.
The judge, now directed to work under the supervision of a senior judge, will be barred from handling criminal cases until his retirement. This unprecedented action underscores the Supreme Court’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of the judicial system.
This landmark decision serves as a crucial reminder of the high standards expected from judges and the importance of upholding the rule of law. The incident highlights the potential consequences of misinterpreting legal procedures, particularly in cases involving debt recovery where the misuse of criminal provisions is a growing concern.
