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2021 (11) TMI 546 - HC - Indian LawsDishonor of Cheque - petitioner/accused submits that, accused could not of complainant complete the cross examination and also he could not adduce his defence evidence - principles of natural justice - HELD THAT:- In the circumstances of the case, the concept of principles of natural justice would be that, opportunity is to be offered and not that the court shall go on pending opportunity till opportunity is exhausted. It is reasonable that the requisite opportunity provided, it has reasonably utilised. However in the normal aspect of principles of natural justice, one more opportunity may be given to the petitioner/accused to cross examine the complainant and also to adduce his defence evidence before the trial court but not without conditions. Thus, for the purpose of remand, the judgment of the trial court and appellate court in each of the cases deserve to be set aside and the matters deserve to be remanded to the trial court with conditions. The accused in each of the cases shall deposit 50% of the fine amount before the trial court on or before 30th October 2021 or if any amount is already deposited and in case, if it is less than 50%, the deposit shall be completed to meet the quantum of 50% - Petition allowed.
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