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News Delhi High Court quashes FIR for rash and negligent driving after compromise and noting minor injury “It would be in the interest of justice not to push the parties through trial” RawlawJanuary 21, 20265 min read Save
News Delhi High Court Denies Quashing of FIR in Alleged Bribery Case Involving Director of Customs Refund Company, Citing Serious Offences Against Public Administration and Commercial Integrity RawlawJuly 16, 20256 min read Save
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News Chhattisgarh High Court Quashes Proceedings Against Father-in-Law in Dowry Harassment Case: “Omnibus and General Allegations Without Specifics Cannot Sustain Prosecution” RawlawJuly 3, 20255 min read Save
News Chhattisgarh High Court Quashes Dowry Harassment Proceedings Against In-Laws: “Sweeping Allegations Without Specifics Must Be Nipped in the Bud” — FIR Contained Only Omnibus Accusations; Criminal Case to Proceed Solely Against Husband RawlawJune 30, 20255 min read Save
