<h1>Mumbai Courts Criticize CBI and ED for Illegal Arrests; Procedural Lapses Lead to Release of Accused in Bribery Case.</h1> A series of court orders in Mumbai have criticized probe agencies like the CBI and ED for 'illegal arrests,' leading to the release of several accused, including IRS officers in a bribery case. Courts found that these agencies often failed to follow legal protocols, such as maintaining proper case diaries and informing accused individuals of arrest grounds. Defense lawyers argue that arrests were made without proper consideration, while prosecution lawyers emphasize the importance of victims' rights. The judiciary's stance highlights procedural lapses, sparking a debate on balancing victims' rights with the accused's legal protections.