Sanction under S. 19 of Prevention of Corruption Act cannot be challenged until ‘failure of Justice’ is established

State of Karnataka Lokayukta Police Appellant Vs S Subbegowda (Supreme Court Judgment) Conclusion: In present facts of the case, it was held that Section 19(3) of Prevention of Corruption Act clearly forbids the court in appeal, confirmation or revision, the interference with the order passed by the Special Judge on the ground that the sanction by the government was bad, save and except in cases where the appellate or revisional court finds that the failure of justice had occurred by such invalidity. Facts: The appellant by way of instant appeal has assailed the judgment and order dated 16.08....