Presumption of innocence under UAPA: Meaning of ‘prima facie’ case
The law is clear: Detention should not be permitted when there are no reasonable grounds for believing that the accusations are prima facie true. Its application is another story, writes Lakshmi Devi.
Lakshmi Devi is a Bengaluru-based lawyer with a primary focus on corporate law. She also has a strong interest in the evolving contours of fundamental rights in India. In her free time, she enjoys painting, cooking and staying active at the gym.