Appeal of Information to the Secretary of Justice

Category: Criminal Procedure

WHY SHOULD THE SECRETARY OF JUSTICE DO IF AN INFORMATION ALREADY FILED IN COURT IS APPEALED TO HIM?

> He  should as  far  as  practicable, refrain  from  entertaining  the appeal
> The matter should be left to the determination of the court

IF  THE  SECRETARY  OF  JUSTICE  GIVES  DUE  COURSE  TO  THE APPEAL, WHAT SHOULD THE TRIAL JUDGE DO?

> The trial judge should suspend proceedings and defer arraignment pending the resolution of the appeal