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SC Reaffirms Procedural Safeguards in Quashing Criminal Proceedings Against Women

Supreme Court quashed criminal case against woman, daughter-in-law on 18 July 2025, pointing out abuse of criminal law in family conflicts and reaffirming Section 482 CrPC protection in the background of State of Haryana v. Bhajan Lal.

byEmen Asti KiskuJuly 22, 2025

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Supreme Court Led by Justice Vikram Nath Upholds Section 482 Powers in Quashing Bank Fraud Case Post-Compromise

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court led by Justice Vikram Nath reaffirmed its inherent power under Section 482 of the CrPC to quash criminal proceedings in bank fraud cases after a complete settlement rendered continued trial unnecessary and unjustified.

byDileep PoshwalMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025