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Section 498A FIR quashed

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“Cases arising out of matrimonial differences should be put to a quietus if the parties have reached an amicable settlement”: Delhi High Court quashes FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC after divorce and full payment of ₹5.20 lakh settlement, holds continuation of criminal proceedings would be abuse of process, and reiterates inherent powers to secure ends of justice

HEADNOTE Neelesh Kumar Singh & Ors. v. State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Anr. Court: High Court of DelhiBench: Justice Ravinder DudejaDate of Judgment: 12 December 2025Citation: CRL.M.C. 8116/2025Laws…
Posted by Rawlaw January 23, 2026

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