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"Who Do You Think You Are? Meet Me Outside": Convict, Lawyer Threaten Female Judge in Delhi Court After Guilty Verdict

In a shocking turn of events, a Delhi courtroom became the scene of chaos and intimidation after a convict and his lawyer launched a verbal attack on a woman judge who had just delivered a verdict in a cheque bounce case.

The incident, which unfolded before the bench of Judicial Magistrate Shivangi Mangla, has raised serious concerns about the safety and dignity of judicial officers across the country.

The case revolved around a charge under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, pertaining to the dishonor of a cheque. Upon being convicted, the accused exploded in rage, reportedly telling the judge:

“Who even are you... meet me outside, and let’s see how you make it back home alive.”

According to the court’s order dated April 2, the convict even attempted to hurl an object at the judge and aggressively pressured his lawyer to manipulate the outcome in his favor.

The matter took an even more disturbing turn when the convict’s lawyer, Advocate Atul Kumar, allegedly joined in the harassment. Both the accused and his counsel are said to have verbally abused the judge, demanded her resignation, and threatened to file a false complaint to coerce her into reversing the judgment.

Unfazed by the intimidation, Magistrate Mangla has taken a firm stand. She has ordered that the accused’s conduct be reported to the National Commission for Women (NCW) and has stated unequivocally:

“Despite the intimidation, I remain committed to justice and will take necessary measures.”

The court has issued a show-cause notice to Advocate Atul Kumar, requiring him to explain his alleged misconduct and justify why criminal contempt of court proceedings should not be initiated. He has been directed to respond before the next date of hearing.

This disturbing episode is a stark reminder of the threats and pressure that members of the judiciary often face. Legal experts and citizens alike are calling for strong institutional safeguards and swift punitive action to uphold the independence and dignity of the courts.

The case is ongoing, and further developments are awaited.


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