Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Karnataka HC Denies Revanna's Plea to Transfer Cases
Prajwal Revanna, an ex-MP, wanted to move his rape and harassment cases to a different court, claiming the judge was biased.
The High Court said no, because the special court is for cases involving politicians.
The court felt the trial court was right and that Revanna was using delay tactics.
He was previously convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
Revanna is in prison since last year for rape.
Karnataka High Court rejected Prajwal Revanna's request to move his cases.
Revanna alleged bias by the presiding officer as the reason for transfer.
The court stated that the special court is the appropriate venue for cases involving elected officials.
The High Court agreed with the lower court's denial of the transfer application.
Revanna is currently in prison since May 31, 2023.
- Who
- Prajwal Revanna
- What
- The Karnataka High Court declined to transfer cases against him.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Karnataka High Court
- Why
- Revanna alleged bias by the presiding officer.
Prajwal Revanna's Arguments
Court's Findings
Bias Allegations
Prajwal Revanna's Arguments
The presiding officer of the court is biased against Revanna.
Court's Findings
The court found no indication of bias.
Transfer Justification
Prajwal Revanna's Arguments
The initial court did not properly consider Revanna's request to transfer his cases.
Court's Findings
The High Court observed the trial court's denial was appropriate.
Delay Tactics
Prajwal Revanna's Arguments
Revanna's side wanted more time in the process.
Court's Findings
The court emphasized Revanna's side was responsible for the delays.
- Defendant
- Prajwal Revanna
- Charges
- Rape and sexual harassment
- Court
- Karnataka High Court
- Plea
- Transfer of Cases
- Verdict
- Plea Denied
- Sentence (prior case)
- Life imprisonment
- Status
- In prison since May 31, 2023
