Dishonour of Cheque - Compoundable offences - frustration of ...

Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings in Cheque Dishonor Case, Emphasizes Compensatory Justice Over Continued Litigation.

May 7, 2024

Case Laws Indian Laws SC

Dishonour of Cheque - Compoundable offences - frustration of settlement - Despite the respondent's opposition to compounding the offenses, the court emphasized the importance of compensatory justice in such cases. It acknowledged the appellant's efforts to repay the amount and noted that continuing the criminal proceedings would be unjustified. Therefore, the court quashed all pending criminal proceedings and directed the trial court to hand over the deposited amount to the respondent.

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Dishonour of Cheque - Compoundable offences - frustration of ...

Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings in Cheque Dishonor Case, Emphasizes Compensatory Justice Over Continued Litigation.

May 7, 2024

Case Laws Indian Laws SC

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