High Court Fines Bengaluru Woman ₹2 Lakh for False Police Report

In a significant ruling highlighting the importance of institutional integrity and judicial accountability, the Karnataka High Court has imposed a ₹2 lakh fine on a Bengaluru woman for filing a false missing person case against her own son to target law enforcement officials.

Details of the Case

Maheshwari, an Indiranagar resident, filed a habeas corpus petition claiming her son Kripalani had gone missing after visiting the local police station. She accused the police inspector of illegal detention, demonstrating a concerning trend of institutional challenges facing Indian authorities.

Investigation Reveals Truth

Police investigation uncovered that Kripalani had previously filed a complaint about neighbors allegedly selling ganja and creating disturbances. The case was registered under NCR for investigation. In what appears to be retaliatory action, Maheshwari filed the false missing person report.

Evidence Against False Claims

Through call detail records (CDR), police established that Kripalani was staying in Chennai and maintained regular contact with his mother during the period she claimed he was missing. This revelation exposed the deliberate nature of the false petition, highlighting issues of governance and accountability in the judicial system.

Court's Ruling and Implications

Taking a firm stance against the misuse of legal procedures, the High Court ordered Maheshwari to pay:

• ₹1 lakh to the Legal Services Authority
• ₹1 lakh to the Police Welfare Fund

The court has warned of contempt proceedings if the fine isn't paid within two weeks, setting a strong precedent against false allegations targeting law enforcement personnel.