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When Confession Isn’t Enough: The Legal Battle in State vs. Javed Khan 2025

Justice Delivered: Rajasthan High Court Acquits Javed Khan and Others in a High- Profile Criminal Case On April 22, 2025, the Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur delivered a judgment that once again underlined the golden rule of criminal justice: “Innocent until proven guilty.” In the case of State vs. Javed Khan and Others , the court acquitted the accused, citing insufficient evidence and a lack of corroboration for a key confession. Background of the Case This case stemmed from serious allegations, including murder, which led to the arrest and prosecution of Javed Khan and several others. The prosecution hinged its case primarily on the testimony of a witness, Ashraf Ali Khan (PW-15), who claimed that Javed Khan had confessed to him about committing the crime. At first glance, this confession seemed to tie up the case neatly. But as the trial progressed, the defense raised serious questions about the authenticity, admissibility, and reliability of the statement. They p...