SOBAJ KHAN vs THE STATE OF RAJASTHAN HOME DEPARTMENT SECRETARY — Crl.A. No. 167/2014

Summary: Crl.A. No. 167/2014 - Sobaj Khan v. State of Rajasthan Outcome: The Supreme Court maintained Sobaj Khan's conviction under IPC Sections 304A (causing death by negligence) and 279 (rash driving) but reduced his sentence subject to payment of compensation. The appellant must deposit Rs. 1 lakh with the trial court within 8 weeks, to be remitted to the deceased's family through the District Legal Services Authority. If payment fails, the original sentence (6 months and 3 months rigorous imprisonment with fines) automatically revives. Key Factors: The accident occurred in 1989 (35+ years prior); the appellant is now a senior citizen and had already paid compensation in the motor accident claim case. Status: Appeal disposed on March 14, 2024. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.