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Maheshbhai BhuDarbhai Katakiya Kodi filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking condonation of a 377‑day delay in filing his main criminal appeal under Section 374(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The Court heard arguments from counsel for both parties. It was held that the applicant had shown sufficient ca…

The applicant, Aslamkhan Salimkhan Bhusavala, filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking restoration of a case but delayed filing the restoration application by 203 days. The applicant moved the Gujarat High Court for condonation of this delay. The court heard arguments from counsel for both parties and examine…

The applicant sought condonation of a 265‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal under Section 374(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The High Court heard arguments from counsel for both sides and examined the reasons for the delay. Finding that the applicant had established sufficient cause, the Court held that the …

The applicant filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking condonation of a 38‑day delay in filing the main criminal appeal under Section 374(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The respondent opposed the condonation, arguing that the delay was unexplained. The court examined the affidavits and oral submissions…

The applicant, Arjunbhai Somabhai Nayak, filed an application seeking condonation of an 89‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal under Section 374(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The respondent, the State of Gujarat, opposed the condonation. Both parties were represented by counsel, and the court examined the rea…

The applicant, Shaktisinh @Lalo, filed an application seeking condonation of a 43‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal under Section 374(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The respondent, the State of Gujarat, opposed the condonation. The Court examined the reasons advanced in the application and found that the app…

The State appealed the acquittal of four accused who were charged with murder under Sections 302 read with 34 IPC and Section 135 of the Bombay Police Act. The Sessions Court had acquitted them on the ground that the sole eye‑witness, a close friend of the victim, was unreliable, there was no independent corroboration,…

The State appealed the acquittal of four accused who were charged with murder under Sections 302 read with 34 IPC and Section 135 of the Bombay Police Act. The Sessions Court had acquitted them on the ground that the sole eye‑witness, a close friend of the victim, was unreliable, there was no independent corroboration,…

The applicant, Rakesh Master Mishrilal Prajapati, filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking restoration of the main criminal appeal (R/Criminal Appeal No. 1276 of 2020) to its original file. The High Court considered whether the appeal could be reinstated after it had been removed from the file. No substantive…

The petitioners sought condonation of a 52‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal before the Gujarat High Court. The respondents opposed the condonation. The court examined the petitioner's claim of sufficient cause for the delay. Finding that the petitioner had established a satisfactory reason, the court decided to co…

The applicant filed a petition seeking condonation of a 1,363‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal against the State of Gujarat. The petition argued that sufficient cause existed for the delay. The Court heard counsel for both sides and examined the averments in the petition. Finding that the applicant had established…

The applicant filed a petition seeking condonation of an eight‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal. The respondent opposed the petition. The Court examined the petitioner's claim of sufficient cause for the delay. Finding the explanation satisfactory, the Court decided that the delay should be condoned. Consequently,…

The applicant filed a petition seeking condonation of a 234‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal. The respondent opposed the petition. The court heard arguments and examined the petitioner's claim of sufficient cause for the delay. Finding that the petitioner had established a satisfactory reason, the court decided th…

The applicant filed a petition seeking condonation of a 424‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal. The respondent opposed the petition. The court examined the petitioner's claim of sufficient cause for the delay. Finding the petitioner had established a satisfactory reason, the court decided that the delay should be co…

Mukeshbhai Gorchandbhai Chamka was convicted by the Sessions Court for raping and murdering a 13‑year‑old girl during a village marriage ceremony. The prosecution presented a chain of circumstantial evidence including eyewitness testimony of the victim being forcibly taken, forensic reports linking the appellant’s bloo…

The sole accused, Sanjay Chhatrasinh Bariya, died by suicide while in jail. The State of Gujarat had filed a criminal appeal (No. 623 of 2023) challenging his conviction, and a criminal confirmation case (No. 11 of 2022) was pending. The High Court observed that the death of the accused extinguishes the criminal liabil…

The sole accused, Sanjay Chhatrasinh Bariya, died by suicide while in jail. The State of Gujarat had filed a criminal appeal (No. 623 of 2023) challenging his conviction, and a criminal confirmation case (No. 11 of 2022) was pending. The High Court observed that the death of the accused extinguishes the criminal liabil…

The applicants filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking condonation of a 64‑day delay in filing their criminal appeal against the State of Gujarat. The Court heard counsel for both sides and examined the reasons for the delay. It was found that the applicants had established sufficient cause for the delay. Co…

The State of Gujarat appealed the acquittal of Rajeshkumar Kantilal Patel and co‑accused for offences arising from a communal riot on 28 February 2002, where a mob allegedly torched houses and a mosque and caused a death. The Sessions Court had acquitted the accused, finding the prosecution evidence unreliable. On appe…

Ajit @ Jangio Ramanbhai Raval was preventively detained on 30 January 2026 by the Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He filed a petition challenging the order, arguing that no material was placed before the authorit…

The petitioner, Makbulbhai Gafurbhai Samtani, filed a Special Criminal Application seeking relief against his detention. The application was filed before the High Court of Gujarat, with counsel Mr. Rajakmiya A. Bukhari and Mr. S. D. Moghariya representing the petitioner, and Ms. Monali Bhatt representing the State. Dur…

The petitioner filed a Special Criminal Application challenging a detention order. While the petition was pending, the concerned authority revoked the detention order. As a result, the cause of action for the petition ceased to exist. The Court observed that without a surviving cause, the petition could not proceed. Co…

The father of a 19‑year‑old woman filed a special criminal application for habeas corpus, alleging that his daughter was being illegally confined by respondent No.4. The daughter appeared before the court and admitted that she had legally married respondent No.4 on 8 November 2025, as evidenced by a marriage registrati…

The appellant Bhartiben was convicted of murder under Section 302 IPC for allegedly strangling her husband with a nylon string and inflicting abdominal injuries. The conviction rested primarily on an extrajudicial confession she allegedly made before the village sarpanch and the recovery of the nylon string, which the …

The State of Gujarat filed Criminal Appeal No.1661 of 2005 before the Gujarat High Court challenging the conviction of Vallabh @ Tetto Ramjibhai Parmar. The appellant sought to uphold the conviction. During the hearing, the police submitted a report confirming that the sole accused had died on 10 June 2016. The court c…

The petitioner, Rajnikantbhai Manharbhai Chavda, filed a special criminal application (habeas corpus) seeking the release of his wife, who was in police custody. The Dhandhuka Police Station submitted a detailed report regarding the detention, which was placed on record. After reviewing the report and speaking with the…

Rizvan was preventively detained on 27 January 2026 under Section 2(ba) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "cyber offender". He challenged the detention, arguing that the authority had no material showing any disturbance to public order and that the order was passed mechanically. The Sta…

The petitioner, Aryan Rohit Bhai Patel, filed a special criminal application (habeas corpus) seeking the release of his wife, who was detained by the Vadali Police Station, Sabarkantha. The police submitted a detailed report, which the Court recorded. After hearing the parties, the petitioner’s counsel, Ms. Maitri Pate…

The case concerns the murder of Sureshbhai Raval, who was attacked with swords by accused Chhaganbhai Bhojabhai Parmar and Dashrathbhai Ambalal Raval, leading to his death; a third accused, Gangaben, was also present and assaulted the complainant. The trial court convicted the first two under Section 302 read with Sect…

The case concerns the murder of Sureshbhai Raval, who was attacked with swords by accused Chhaganbhai Bhojabhai Parmar and Dashrathbhai Ambalal Raval, leading to his death; a third accused, Gangaben, was also present and assaulted the complainant. The trial court convicted the first two under Section 302 read with Sect…

Shamji @ Sunil @ Dakudo was convicted of double murder under IPC sections 302 and 201 for allegedly mixing sodium nitrate into fruit beer and offering it to two friends, Manish Makwana and Kaushal Parekh, who died of poisoning. The prosecution relied on circumstantial evidence, including the victim’s statements, the ac…

The appellant, Ashokbhai Amrutbhai Nimavat, had a pending criminal appeal before the Gujarat High Court. During the pendency of the appeal, the appellant passed away, and his counsel informed the court of his death and the pending issuance of a death certificate. The court considered whether the appellant's death autom…

The accused, Guddu Kumar Madhesh Yadav, was convicted of kidnapping, raping and murdering a two‑and‑a‑half‑year‑old girl, offences punishable under Sections 302, 363, 366, 342, 376(A), 376(AB) and related provisions of the IPC and the POCSO Act. The Special POCSO Court sentenced him to death for the rape‑murder and to …

The State of Gujarat sought confirmation of a death sentence imposed on Guddu Kumar Madhesh Yadav for the rape and murder of a two‑and‑half‑year‑old girl. The Special POCSO Court had convicted the accused under multiple sections of the IPC and the POCSO Act, imposing death for offences under Sections 302, 376(A) and 37…

Sulemanbhai Mahamadbhai Ghanchi and another filed a special criminal application seeking review of an earlier order passed by the High Court. The petitioners were represented by Mr. Umarfaruk M. Kharadi. The respondents, the State of Gujarat and others, were represented by HL Patel Advocates and Mr. Ronak Raval. The Co…

The case involved five accused who, after luring a complainant on a motorbike, pretended to be Local Crime Branch police, assaulted him, stole Rs.300, his licence and mobile, and demanded Rs.50,000. The trial court convicted three of them under Sections 170, 419 and 395 IPC and sentenced them to five years' rigorous im…

The case involved five accused who, after luring a complainant on a motorbike, pretended to be Local Crime Branch police, assaulted him, and extorted money and his belongings. The trial court convicted three of them under Sections 170, 419 and 395 IPC and sentenced them to five years’ rigorous imprisonment, while the f…

The case involved five accused who, after luring a complainant on a motorbike, pretended to be Local Crime Branch police, assaulted him, and extorted money and his belongings. The trial court convicted three of them under Sections 170, 419 and 395 IPC and sentenced them to five years’ rigorous imprisonment, while the f…

The case involved five accused who, after luring a complainant on a motorbike, pretended to be Local Crime Branch police officers, assaulted him, stole Rs 300, his licence and mobile, and attempted to extort Rs 50,000. The trial court convicted all three surviving accused under Sections 170, 419 and 395 of the IPC and …

The appellant was convicted of murder (Section 302 IPC) for stabbing his relative during a sudden quarrel, based on medical evidence, post‑mortem report, and dying declarations linking him to the injuries. He appealed, arguing the incident was a heat‑of‑passion assault without pre‑meditation, invoking Exception 4 to Se…

The appellant, Amarat @ Kevabhai Aahaji, was convicted of murdering his wife Tinaben after she was stabbed multiple times in the night of 5 January 2015. The prosecution’s case rested primarily on the testimony of the 9‑year‑old son, Nilesh, who identified his father as the assailant, and on medical evidence showing fa…

The petitioners, Shivabhai Lukabhai Taral and another, filed a criminal miscellaneous application seeking condonation of a 307‑day delay in filing a restoration application. The respondents, the State of Gujarat, opposed the condonation. Both parties were represented by counsel, with Ms. Honey H. Thakkar appearing for …

The State of Gujarat appealed against the acquittal of the sole accused, Aamin Swale Kashiri. During the hearing, counsel for the respondent submitted a death certificate showing that the accused had died on 06-07-2024. The court recorded the death certificate and considered the effect of the accused's death on the pen…

The appellants, Ajaybhai and Pintubhai Vasava, were convicted of murder (Sec. 302 r/w 114 IPC) and a police act offence (Sec. 135 Gujarat Police Act) for the killing of Parvatiben, based solely on circumstantial evidence. The prosecution relied on the "last seen together" testimony of two villagers, recovery of a blood…

The appellants, Ajaybhai and Pintubhai Vasava, were convicted of murder (Sec. 302 r/w 114 IPC) and a police act offence (Sec. 135 Gujarat Police Act) for the killing of Parvatiben, based solely on circumstantial evidence. The prosecution relied on the "last seen together" testimony of two villagers, recovery of a blood…

The State of Gujarat appealed the acquittal of three accused in a murder case arising from a land dispute, while the original complainant filed a revision. The prosecution presented nine eyewitnesses and medical evidence indicating fatal head injuries caused by a stick, but the sole primary eyewitness, the victim’s wif…

The State appealed the acquittal of four accused in a murder case where the victim, Roshanben, died from extensive burn injuries. The prosecution alleged that the accused conspired to set the victim on fire using kerosene, relying on two dying declarations, the crime‑scene panchnama, and medical evidence of burns. The …

The appellants Ranchhod and Hitesh were convicted by the Sessions Court for murder under Sections 302 and 34 of the IPC and sentenced to life imprisonment. They appealed under Section 374 of the CrPC, contending that the prosecution's case rested solely on circumstantial evidence that was incomplete and that a key witn…

The appellants Ranchhod and Hitesh were convicted by the Sessions Court for murder under Sections 302 and 34 of the IPC and sentenced to life imprisonment. They appealed under Section 374 of the CrPC, contending that the prosecution's case rested solely on circumstantial evidence that was incomplete and that a key witn…

The Gujarat High Court heard four appeals arising from a 2019 Sessions Court judgment that convicted two accused (Bhagwatbhai Thakorbhai Vasava and Ratanlal Bherumal Jain) for murder and assault, while acquitting seven others. The prosecution alleged a night‑time armed assault on the complainant’s family, resulting in …

The Gujarat High Court heard four appeals arising from a 2019 Sessions Court judgment that convicted two accused (Bhagwatbhai Thakorbhai Vasava and Ratanlal Bherumal Jain) for murder and assault, while acquitting seven others. The prosecution alleged a night‑time armed assault on the complainant’s family, resulting in …

The appellant, Bharatbai Virsingbai Minama, filed an application in the High Court of Gujarat seeking relief against her conviction. During the hearing, the counsel representing the appellant was absent. The court therefore dismissed the application on the ground of want of prosecution. The judges reserved liberty for …

The State of Gujarat appealed against a conviction of Jagdishbhai Haribhai Kagadada. During the hearing, statements from the deceased's daughter and son‑in‑law were recorded, confirming that the accused had died in 2006, well before the 20‑year limitation period for criminal appeals. No record of the death existed with…

The State appealed the acquittal of five accused in a murder case under Sections 302, 114, 323 IPC and Section 135 Bombay Police Act, alleging that the trial court erred in finding the evidence insufficient. The prosecution relied on the ocular testimony of three close relatives, forensic recovery of a weapon and blood…

The State of Gujarat appealed against a conviction of Jagdishbhai Haribhai Kagadada. During the hearing, statements from the deceased's daughter and son‑in‑law were recorded, confirming that the accused had died in 2006, well before the 20‑year limitation period for criminal appeals. No record of the death existed with…

The State of Gujarat appealed against a conviction of Jagdishbhai Haribhai Kagadada. During the hearing, statements from the deceased's daughter and son‑in‑law were recorded, confirming that the accused had died in 2006, well before the 20‑year limitation period for criminal appeals. No record of the death existed with…

The petitioner, Kirtanbhai @ Sesiyo Samarsinh Bariya, filed an application seeking condonation of a 100‑day delay in preferring a criminal appeal against the State of Gujarat and another party. Both sides were represented, with Ms. Mayuri P. Chauhan appearing for the petitioner and Mr. Bhargav Pandya for the respondent…

The applicant, Vinod @ Vinu Mansukhbhai @ Manubhai Parmar, filed an application seeking condonation of a 21‑day delay in filing a criminal appeal. The respondent, State of Gujarat, opposed the application. Both parties were heard, and the court examined whether sufficient cause existed for the delay. The court found th…

The appellant, Ramesh Bachubhai Vadhukiya, was convicted and sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a three‑year‑old girl. The prosecution relied on circumstantial evidence, a pan‑shop owner’s testimony, CCTV footage, and DNA analysis linking the accused’s clothing to the victim. The defence argued that the iden…

The appellant, Ramesh Bachubhai Vadhukiya, was convicted and sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a three‑year‑old girl. The prosecution relied on circumstantial evidence, a pan‑shop owner’s testimony, CCTV footage, and DNA analysis linking the accused’s clothing to the victim. The defence argued that the iden…

The appellant Kamal Kishor was convicted by the Sessions Court of murder (Sec.302 IPC), attempt to murder (Sec.307 IPC), and causing hurt by dangerous weapon (Sec.328 IPC) and sentenced to life imprisonment, fine and simple imprisonment. He appealed under Section 374 CrPC, contending that the prosecution's case rested …

The State appealed the acquittal of Mohanbhai Ukani (deceased during proceedings) and his wife Vijyaben in a murder case arising from a land‑partition dispute, where the deceased father was allegedly thrown into a well. The trial court had held that the prosecution failed to prove a homicidal death and that there was n…

The State appealed the acquittal of six accused who were found not guilty of offences including murder, assault and rioting arising from a dispute on 28 February 1996. The prosecution relied mainly on the testimonies of the complainant and the deceased's wife, alleging that the accused beat the deceased and struck him …

The appellant, Imtiyazhusen alias Bhaylu, was convicted of murder under Section 302 IPC for allegedly pouring kerosene on Habibunnisha and setting her ablaze, resulting in her death. The conviction was based primarily on three dying declarations made by the deceased at different stages—first to the police, then to the …

The petitioner, Rohitbhai Velshibhai Dharajiya, filed a Special Criminal Application (Habeas Corpus) before the Gujarat High Court seeking relief against the State of Gujarat and others. During the proceedings, the petitioner’s counsel, Mr. Munjal V. Acharya, applied for permission to withdraw the habeas corpus applica…

The appellant Pradip Gupta was convicted by the Sessions Court for the murder and rape of a nine‑year‑old girl in Vapi, receiving a death sentence under Sections 302, 376(A)(B) of the IPC and Section 6 of the POCSO Act. On appeal, the Gujarat High Court examined the prosecution's case, which relied on an extrajudicial …

The appellant Pradip Gupta was convicted by the Sessions Court for the murder and rape of a nine‑year‑old girl in Vapi, receiving a death sentence under Sections 302, 376(A)(B) of the IPC and Section 6 of the POCSO Act. On appeal, the Gujarat High Court examined the prosecution's case, which relied on an extrajudicial …

Mukeshji Ataji Thakor was convicted of kidnapping, rape, and sexual assault of a 17‑year‑old girl belonging to a Scheduled Caste, and was sentenced to life imprisonment under Section 3(ii)(v) of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act along with other IPC and POCSO offences. The appellant appealed, contending that the…

Rafiyuddin Shaikh was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 by the Police Commissioner of Ahmedabad under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a “dangerous person”. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his wife, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to pub…

The petitioner, Nilesh @ Semdya @ Shimdyo, challenged a preventive detention order dated 25‑12‑2025 issued by the Surat City Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, alleging he was a "dangerous person". The petitioner argued that no material was placed befor…

Imran @ Immu was preventively detained on 27 December 2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". The detainee filed a petition challenging the legality of the detention, arguing that no material was placed before the authority to show …

Sanjaykumar was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 as a "bootlegger" under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his wife, arguing that the detaining authority had no material showing any disturbance to public health, order o…

Ahmed Raza was preventively detained on 28‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the order was passed mechanicall…

The petitioner, Asif Mohammad Husen, was detained and filed a special criminal application before the Gujarat High Court seeking relief. During the pendency of the writ petition, the petitioner was released from custody. The petitioner’s counsel submitted that, in view of the release, the petition had become infructuou…

Husen Rasulbhai Jammiyana was preventively detained on 29‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his friend. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining authority to show that his acti…

Popat Harishbhai Khokhariya (Mina) challenged a preventive detention order dated 24‑11‑2025 issued by the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, alleging he was a "dangerous person." The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturbance to…

Mohamad Vasim was preventively detained on 25‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a “dangerous person”. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his friend. The petitioner argued that there was no material showing any disturbance to pub…

Jagdishbhai Bambhaniya was preventively detained on 1 January 2026 by the District Magistrate under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his cousin, arguing that the authority had no material showing any disturbance to publ…

Vikrambhai Chauhan filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging his detention order dated 22‑12‑2025 issued by the District Magistrate under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the authority to s…

The petitioner, Rohitbhai Vaja, challenged a detention order dated 01.01.2026 issued by the District Magistrate under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, invoking Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution. He argued that no material was placed before the authority to show that his alleged bootleg…

Arvindbhai Ajitbhai Solanki filed an application seeking condonation of a 35‑day delay in filing his criminal appeal against the State of Gujarat. The application was presented before a two‑judge bench of the Gujarat High Court. The court examined the averments made in the application regarding the reasons for the dela…

Mayur @ Lalo filed a special criminal application seeking permission to withdraw his writ petition against the State of Gujarat and others. The petitioner, through counsel, requested the court to allow the withdrawal. The court recorded the submission and considered the request. No substantive merits of the original pe…

Narendra Netram Sharma filed a Special Criminal Application (Habeas Corpus) No. 1217 of 2026 against the State of Gujarat and others. The petitioner was represented by Mr. Darshil N. Prajapati, while the respondent was represented by Ms. Monali Bhatt. During the proceedings, the petitioner sought permission to withdraw…

The appellant Siddik Ismail Kumbhar was convicted for murder (Sec. 302 IPC) and attempt to conceal dead body (Sec. 201 IPC) based largely on circumstantial evidence, a police‑recorded confession, and recovered items. The prosecution's case rested on motive, a "last seen together" theory, and alleged recovery of the wea…

Vihabhai Panchabhai Patel appealed against his conviction for murder, robbery, and related offences under Sections 302, 392, 397 and 449 of the IPC. The trial court relied on circumstantial evidence, including the appellant’s alleged presence with the victims, recovery of stolen ornaments at his instance, and blood‑sta…

Kashyap @ Pintu Gopalbhai Shah was preventively detained on 30‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his wife, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tr…

The High Court of Gujarat examined a petition filed by Sonu Manishbhai (also known as Nazrumal) challenging his preventive detention under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The detaining authority had labeled him a "dangerous person" under Section 2(c) based on two criminal cases involving off…

Nitin Rajput was preventively detained on 27‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner as a ‘dangerous person’ under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his father, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order …

Sumit Thakur was detained on 27-12-2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranquility and that the order was passed mechanically. The State contende…

Mohammadashfak, through his wife, challenged a preventive detention order dated 31‑12‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturbance to public ord…

Muhammad Yusuf was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988, on the ground that his alleged illicit drug activities threatened public order. He filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing that the detainin…

The petitioner, Hamis @ Hamu @ Amu Dharmeshbhai Chunara (Modi), was preventively detained on 1 January 2026 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his mother, arguing that no material showed any di…

Rahulkumar was preventively detained on 29 December 2025 by the Surat City Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, on the ground that he was a "dangerous person" whose conduct threatened public order. He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his wife…

Sarfaraz @ Guddi was preventively detained on 21‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention was mechanical. The State contended that he w…

Balvantbhai was preventively detained on 27 December 2025 as a ‘dangerous person’ under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention was mechanical. The State contended that he …

Mehulbhai Ashokbhai Pangal was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his brother, arguing that the detaining authority had no material to show that his alleged activi…

Rameshbha Bharabha Hathal was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his cousin brother, arguing that no material was placed before the auth…

The State of Gujarat appealed the acquittal of Dhirubhai Ramabhai Nayka by the Sessions Court, which had found insufficient evidence to prove his involvement in the alleged attempt to murder and insult of his live-in partner, Dhaniben, who suffered severe burns after a dispute. The prosecution alleged that Nayka threw …

The State appealed the acquittal of Abdul Rahim, who was alleged to have been found with 1.65 kg of charas in the open dickey of his scooter near Ghodasar Railway Crossing. The trial court acquitted him on the benefit of doubt, finding the prosecution failed to prove conscious possession, ownership of the scooter, and …

The State appealed the acquittal of Kanubhai Ganpatsinh Parmar and others for the murder of Dolatsinh, alleging that they conspired and killed him using sticks, iron pipes and strangulation, and then attempted to stage the death as an accident. The prosecution relied solely on circumstantial evidence such as blood‑stai…

The State appealed the acquittal of Divyakant Arjunbhai Parmar, a police sub‑inspector, who had been charged under Sections 302 and 323 IPC for murder. The prosecution presented eyewitness testimony and medical evidence that the deceased died from abdominal injuries allegedly inflicted by the accused with a stick. The …

The case involved the murder of Bharat by four accused family members. The trial court convicted Ramesh Salat and Manoj Salat under Sections 302 and 114 IPC, while acquitting Amir and Gopi of murder but convicting Amir under Section 323 for injuring witnesses. The State appealed the acquittals and the accused appealed …

The case involved the murder of Bharat by four accused family members. The trial court convicted Ramesh Salat and Manoj Salat under Sections 302 and 114 IPC, while acquitting Amir and Gopi of murder but convicting Amir under Section 323 for injuring witnesses. The State appealed the acquittals and the accused appealed …

Virendrabhai Velubhai Parmar was preventively detained on 26‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate, Bhavnagar, under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 on the ground that he was a "bootlegger" whose activities allegedly threatened public order. The detainee, through his wife, challe…

Rukaiya, detained as a "dangerous person" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, challenged the preventive detention order dated 30‑12‑2025. The petitioner argued that no material showed a disturbance to public health, order or tranquility, and that the order was passed mechanically. The Stat…

Vijaykumar Nanjibhai Katara was preventively detained on 28 April 2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the order was passed mechanically. The State co…

Vishal @ Montu Jayantibhai Parmar was preventively detained on 24 October 2025 as a ‘dangerous person’ under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The detainee, through his father, challenged the detention order, arguing that no material was placed before the authority showing any …

Himmatsinh Karansinh Vanzara was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate, Porbandar, under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘bootlegger’. His father filed a special criminal application challenging the order, arguing that no material was placed befor…

Ajimmiya (Shahrukh) was preventively detained under a detention order dated 17‑12‑2025 issued by the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner as a "dangerous person" under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his brother. The petitioner arg…

The petitioner, Gulam Mustufa, filed a writ petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 02.01.2026 issued by the Commissioner of Police, Vadodara, under Section 3(1) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order detained the petitioner in Centra…

Azaruddin, through his father, challenged a preventive detention order dated 11‑12‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that no material was placed on record to show that his a…

Kapilbhai Majbutbhai Jebaliya was preventively detained on 2 January 2026 by the District Magistrate, Amreli, as a “dangerous person” under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his cousin, arguing that no material showed any dist…

Shahrukh @ Kaliya Salimbhai Shaikh was detained under a preventive detention order dated 25‑12‑2025 issued by the Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad, invoking Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person." The detainee, through his mother, challenged the order, arguin…

The High Court of Gujarat considered a petition filed by Nitin @ Sunny @ Gando Vijayshankar Jaymangal Jaiswal (Kori), through his mother, challenging his preventive detention under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the de…

The case concerns an armed dacoity on a State Transport bus on 20 August 2010, during which four assailants fired at the driver and a passenger, looted valuables and escaped in an Indica car, also firing at a police checkpost. The accused were charged under IPC Sections 395, 396 and 120B, and various provisions of the …

Rahulbhai, through his father, challenged a preventive detention order dated 31‑12‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining authori…

Mohammad Ubed challenged his preventive detention order dated 28‑12‑2025 issued by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, alleging he was a "dangerous person". The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order o…

Surendrasinh Laxmansinh Bhati was detained on 25‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his next friend. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining authority to show a…

Umar @ Daku was preventively detained on 22‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘dangerous person’. He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed his conduct disturbed public health, order or tranquility. The State contended that his habitual offences…

Nadeembhai Kadarbhai Barejiya was detained on 1 January 2026 by the District Magistrate of Amreli under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a special criminal application, arguing that the detaining authority had no mate…

Khushalbhai Savjibhai Maniya was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his brother. The State argued that his habitual bootlegging threatened public order, while the …

Jigneshbhai Savjibhai Maniya was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his brother, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranqui…

Jilanbhai Bipinbhai Parekh was preventively detained on 31‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his father, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranquilit…

Navghan Jashabhai Balasara was preventively detained under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a “dangerous person” pursuant to a district magistrate’s order dated 04‑12‑2025. He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention was me…

The petitioner, Kantibhai @ Raju Thuthiyo Lilaji Somaji Dabhi, filed a writ petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 30‑12‑2025 issued by the Police Commissioner under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order detained him in Ra…

Shirinbi Shaikh, detained under a preventive detention order dated 30‑12‑2025 issued by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, challenged the order through a petition. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the authority to show …

Mahendra @ Madi filed a special criminal application seeking restoration of a matter before the Gujarat High Court. The Court noted that there were pending office objections to the application. Justice M.R. Mengdey directed that these objections be removed within two weeks from the date of the order. The Court warned t…

Tulsi Dayabhai Bhaskar filed a special criminal application (habeas corpus) seeking the release of a married woman who was allegedly being confined by her husband. The court allowed the applicant to join the husband as a party and admitted the police report. Upon hearing the woman, she expressed that she does not wish …

The petitioner, Nileshkumaar Hasmukhbhai Adeshra (Soni), filed a special criminal application seeking the court's permission to withdraw the petition. Counsel for the petitioner requested the withdrawal, and the court considered the request. The judges granted the permission to withdraw. Consequently, the petition was …

The State of Gujarat appealed under Section 377 of the CrPC seeking enhancement of the sentence imposed on Ketanbhai Ramanbhai Parmar, who was convicted of raping a five‑year‑old girl and sentenced to seven years' rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs.5,000. The State argued that the punishment was not commensurate w…

The State appealed the acquittal of Jivanbhai Solanki and others for attempt to murder under Section 307 IPC, as the trial court had instead convicted them under Section 324 IPC and released them on probation. The High Court examined the oral and documentary evidence, noting that the injuries inflicted were not life‑th…

Mohammad Rizvan alias Ajju filed a Special Criminal Application before the Gujarat High Court challenging an order. The State of Gujarat and others were respondents. During the hearing, counsel for the petitioner submitted that the impugned order had been revoked by the authority, rendering the petition moot. The court…

Mohammad Munaf filed a Special Criminal Application challenging his detention. The petitioner argued that the detention order had been revoked by the authority, rendering the petition infructuous. The court considered whether the revocation of the detention order made the writ petition unnecessary. Relying on the fact …

Dharmeshbhai Ashokbhai Ratnotar was preventively detained on 22‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate, Bhavnagar, under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". The detainee, through his brother, challenged the detention order, arguing that no material was placed before the authority t…

The petitioner, Laxmiben Manubhai Parmar, filed multiple criminal miscellaneous applications seeking condonation of delay. The High Court of Gujarat, after hearing, directed that any office objections to the applications be removed within two weeks from the order date. The court warned that failure to remove the object…

Guddu Khatri was preventively detained on 27‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his friend Payal Guddu Pandey. The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturb…

Nurbanu, a self‑identified sexual offender, was preventively detained on 13‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. She challenged the detention order, arguing that no material showed her conduct disturbed public order. The State argued that her habitual offences warranted detention to…

Yash Joshi, through his father, challenged his preventive detention order dated 26‑12‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that the detaining authority had no material to show …

Baldev @ Boby @ Bhuriyo Rameshbhai Vaniya was detained on 22‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a “dangerous person”. He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed his conduct disturbed public health, order or tranquility. The State contended that his past offences an…

Amaratbhai Thakor was preventively detained under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 on the ground that he was a "dangerous person" as defined in Section 2(c). He challenged the detention order, arguing that no material was placed before the authority to show that his conduct disturbed public or…

Vishal @ Vikash Jagdishbhai Dantani, detained as a "dangerous person" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, challenged the preventive detention order dated 18‑12‑2025. The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the order was passed mechanically. Th…

The State appealed the acquittal of Yusufbhai Hasanbhai Qureshi and others by the Sessions Judge, who had found insufficient evidence to prove charges of murder, dowry death, and cruelty. The deceased, Nurjaha, and her infant daughter died from burns allegedly caused by kerosene, with the prosecution alleging dowry har…

The State of Gujarat appealed against the acquittal of fourteen accused in a murder case involving Premjibhai Alabhai, a Scheduled Caste victim. The trial court had found the prosecution’s evidence insufficient, noting that key eye‑witnesses turned hostile and police officers lacked personal knowledge of the incident. …

Shahir Ibrahimbhai Pathan filed a special criminal application (habeas corpus) seeking to compel his wife, the corpus, to return to the matrimonial home. The wife had left the home and was residing in Akola, Maharashtra. The police retrieved her and submitted a report, after which she expressed her unwillingness to liv…

Kalpesh Kantibhai Katheriya filed a Special Criminal Application seeking detention under the Prevention of Anti-Social Activities (PASA) Act. The police from Udhana Police Station submitted an instruction stating that there was no proposal to detain the applicant under PASA. The court noted that, in the absence of any …

The appellant, Parulben Mahendrabhai Godani, was convicted by the Additional Sessions Judge, Surat, for murder, grievous hurt, robbery, and criminal conspiracy based on Sections 302, 326, 394, 201, 120(B) IPC and Section 135 Gujarat Police Act. She appealed under Section 374 CrPC, contending that the prosecution’s case…

Piru Said Shaikh was preventively detained on 29 November 2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner as a "dangerous person" under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The detainee, through his mother‑in‑law, challenged the detention order, arguing that no material was placed before th…

Vinodkumar Becharbhai Vaghri filed a Special Criminal Application (Habeas Corpus) before the Gujarat High Court against the State of Gujarat and others. During the hearing, the applicant's counsel, Mr. Anvesh V. Vyas, informed the court that the petitioner no longer wishes to pursue the present petition and seeks permi…

Suraj @ Ravi Ashram Divakar, through his wife, filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 19‑12‑2025 that labelled him a "bootlegger" under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The petitioner was detained in Surat Jail despi…

The petitioner, Deepkumar, filed Special Criminal Application No. 17475 of 2025 before the Gujarat High Court. The applicant, through counsel, sought the Court's permission to withdraw the pending application. The Court examined the request and found no impediment to allowing the withdrawal. Accordingly, the Court gran…

Sandeep Laljibhai Parmar filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging his detention as a "bootlegger" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He contended that the detaining authority had no material to show that his alleged offences disturbed public order and th…

Dilipbhai Jayantibhai Rathva, through his brother-in-law, filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 22‑12‑2025 that labeled him a "bootlegger" under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order, issued by the Vadodara Pol…

The applicant, Sunitaben Nareshbhai Parmar, filed a Special Criminal Application and later sought the court's permission to withdraw it. The learned counsel for the applicant requested withdrawal, and the court granted the permission. Consequently, the matter was disposed of as withdrawn. No substantive issues on the m…

Chiragbhai Ramanbhai Barot, through his nephew, filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 22‑12‑2025 issued by the Vadodara Police Commissioner under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order was based on alleged bootlegg…

Sachitanand @ Raj was preventively detained on 27 October 2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner as a ‘dangerous person’ under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his brother, arguing that no material was placed before the au…

Savanbhai Vaghela was preventively detained on 15‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order through a petition filed by his mother, arguing that there was no material showing any disturbance to public order and that the orde…

The petitioner, Anilbhai Raadadiya, filed a writ petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 25‑12‑2025 issued by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 3(2) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order was based on alleged bootlegging off…

Gopalbhai Chauhan was detained as a "bootlegger" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 by a District Magistrate on 22‑12‑2025. He challenged the detention through a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining …

Vishalbhai @ D Bharatbhai Chauhan was preventively detained on 22‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate, Bhavnagar under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his mother, arguing that no material showed an…

The petitioners Bhagirath @ Banti Bhikhabhai Swamiji Prajapati challenged a detention order dated 25‑12‑2025 issued by the Commissioner of Police under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, alleging they were a "bootlegger". The petition argued that no material was placed before the d…

Sanjanbhai was preventively detained on 15‑12‑2025 by the District Magistrate of Bhavnagar under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order through a petition filed by his cousin, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public o…

The applicant, Natubhai Babubhai Makwana (through Shantibhai Oghadbha) sought the court’s permission to withdraw a Special Criminal Application filed before the Gujarat High Court. The learned counsel for the applicant, Ms. Drasthy N. Budhani, made the request. The court considered whether such a withdrawal could be pe…

The petitioner, Bhaveshbhai Kotar, was preventively detained on 22‑12‑2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "bootlegger". He challenged the detention order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranquility and that the order was …

Kamleshbhai Shanabhai Chavda was preventively detained on 22 December 2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a bootlegger. His wife filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranquility and tha…

The petitioner, Ambikaben Rahulbhai Kumhar, filed a Special Criminal Application (R/SCR.A/17538/2025) before the Gujarat High Court. During the proceedings, the petitioner’s counsel sought the Court’s permission to withdraw the application. The issue before the Court was whether it should grant permission for the withd…

Vijaybhai Bhupatbhai Parmar, through his uncle, challenged a detention order dated 22‑12‑2025 issued by the District Magistrate, Bhavnagar, labeling him a "bootlegger" under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the authority…

Noorjaha, detained under a preventive detention order dated 22‑12‑2025 pursuant to Section 2(bbb) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘cruel person’, challenged the order through a petition filed by her brother. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining author…

Jigneshkumar @ Amit was preventively detained on 29 December 2025 under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘bootlegger’. His wife filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the order was passed mechani…

The petitioner, Nayak Kamleshbhai Budhabhai, filed a special criminal application for a writ of habeas corpus seeking the production of a woman (the corpus) who was allegedly being confined by the respondents. The corpus and petitioner were in a live-in relationship, and her statement to the Devgadh Baria Police on 17-…

The father of a 17‑year‑old minor filed a special criminal application for a writ of habeas corpus, seeking the minor's release from his custody. The minor expressed a desire not to live with her father and requested placement in a shelter home. The State informed the relevant police station, and the minor was found to…

Kedar Rathod was convicted for kidnapping (IPC s.363), assault (s.365) and rape (s.376) of a girl aged about four years. The trial court relied primarily on the child’s testimony, supported by medical findings of genital injuries, and sentenced him to seven years for kidnapping and assault and life imprisonment for rap…

The husband, Pankajkumar Rameshbhai Sundesha, filed a special criminal application for a writ of habeas corpus seeking the production of his wife, who had left his residence and chosen to stay at her parental home. The police produced the wife and a report, confirming her desire not to live with the husband. The court …

Mahendrakumar challenged his detention as a "bootlegger" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, arguing that the Police Commissioner had no material to show a disturbance of public order. The State contended that he was a habitual offender and his activities threatened public order. The Court…

Kevalbhai Kishorbhai Sondarva was preventively detained on 15‑12‑2025 by the Commissioner of Police, Rajkot, under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his mother, arguing that no material was placed b…

Mahendrasinh Rajput challenged a preventive detention order dated 19‑Nov‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that no material showed his activities disturbed public health, or…

Mohan @ Nano Gurumukhdas Chandlani, detained as a "bootlegger" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, challenged the detention order dated 16‑12‑2025 via Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution. The detaining authority relied on five criminal cases under the Prohibition Act, alleging that th…

The petitioner, Sunil @Sadho Nautamdas Nachnani, filed a Special Criminal Application challenging an order passed against him by the State of Gujarat. During the pendency of the application, the authority that had issued the impugned order revoked it. The petitioner’s counsel submitted that the revocation rendered the …

Naresh Mahendrabhai Pruthviraj Meena was preventively detained on 12‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his relative, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, o…

Mohammedfaizan @ Valaa Mohammedaiyub Shaikh challenged a preventive detention order dated 04‑12‑2025 issued by the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, alleging he was a "dangerous person". The petitioner argued that no material showed any distu…

The petitioner, Vineshbhai Patil, filed a writ petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 16‑12‑2025 issued by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order detained him as a "bootlegger" based on a…

Narendra @ Golu Kiran Mistri was detained on 15‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention was mechanical. The State contended that he was a habitual off…

Dipakbhai Lalabhai Premabhai Parmar was preventively detained on 11‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the detention through a petition filed by his relative, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, or…

Mosin, detained as a "dangerous person" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, challenged the preventive detention order dated 12‑12‑2025. The petitioner argued that no material showed any disturbance to public order, health, or tranquility, and that the order was passed mechanically. The Sta…

Vishal @ Bhushan Patil was preventively detained on 13‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order through a petition filed by his brother, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention…

Sunny Shivrambhai Nagjibhai Barot was preventively detained on 11‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order through a petition filed by his mother, arguing that no material showed his conduct threatened public health, order …

Mayur Ishvarbhai Nanjibhai Bhat (Barot) was preventively detained on 11‑12‑2025 by the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner as a ‘dangerous person’ under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The detainee, through his mother, challenged the order alleging no material showed a disturbance …

The Gujarat High Court examined a petition filed by Sanjay Dahyabhai Rajput challenging his preventive detention under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, which labeled him a "bootlegger." The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining authority to show th…

Ayaan @ Manru @ Mandu Imtiyazbhai Ansari was preventively detained on 10 November 2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". He challenged the order through a petition filed by his father, arguing that no material was placed before the detaining authority to show that…

Rakesh Shinde was preventively detained on 15‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner as a "dangerous person" under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He challenged the order through a petition filed by his brother, arguing that no material was placed before the authority to sh…

The petitioner, Rameshbhai Joliya, filed a writ petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 15‑12‑2025 issued by the District Magistrate under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order detained him as a "bootlegger" based on a sing…

Mahendra Sukhlal Bhanji Kharadi (Meena) was preventively detained on 04‑12‑2025 under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘dangerous person’. He filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public health, order or tranquility …

Arvindbhai Rupabhai Dihora, through his son, challenged a detention order dated 15‑12‑2025 that labeled him a "bootlegger" under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The petitioner argued that no material was placed before the detaining authority to show that his alleged activities disturbed publ…

Mohamad Sikandar Abdul Karim Bhadbhuja was detained on 17‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person". His wife filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing no material showed a threat to public order. The State argued the detainee was a habitual offender whos…

Rahul @ Golden was preventively detained on 13‑12‑2025 by the Surat Police Commissioner under Section 2(ha) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985, on the ground that he was a "sexual offender" and his conduct threatened public order. He filed a petition challenging the detention, arguing that no…

Guruprasad Kanojiya challenged a detention order dated 17‑12‑2025 that labeled him a "bootlegger" under Section 2(b) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. He argued that no material showed his activities disturbed public health, order or tranquility, and that the order was passed mechanically. …

Danishbhai Hanifbhai Kandiya (Majodi), through his brother Umar, challenged a preventive detention order dated 06‑12‑2025 issued by the Director General of Police under Section 2(e) of the Prevention of Illicit Trafficking in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. The petitioner argued that no material w…

Dipakbhai Chandubhai Dabhi filed a petition under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution challenging a detention order dated 15‑12‑2025 issued by the District Magistrate under Section 3 of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985. The order was based on a single criminal case alleging bootlegging un…

Santoshbhai Natubhai Solanki was preventively detained by the District Magistrate of Bhavnagar under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a ‘dangerous person’. He filed a special criminal application challenging the detention, arguing that no material was placed before the autho…

Nilesh Rameshbhai Naik was preventively detained on 14‑12‑2025 under the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "sexual offender". He challenged the order, arguing that no material showed any disturbance to public order and that the detention was mechanical. The State contended that his habitual of…

Brijesh @ Bhindi Baliram Kushwah was preventively detained on 24‑11‑2025 by the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner under Section 2(c) of the Gujarat Prevention of Anti‑social Activities Act, 1985 as a "dangerous person." He challenged the order through a petition filed by his father. The petitioner argued that there was no …