Classic Case of Abuse of Procedural Law’ ₹50,000 Costs Imposed on Accused for Delaying Trial Since 2016: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has imposed a cost of ₹50,000 on an accused for repeatedly attempting to delay and obstruct criminal trial proceedings pending since 2016. The Court described the matter as a classic example of abuse of procedural law and held that the accused had continuously misused opportunities granted by courts to prolong the case. Bench and Court Observation The judgment was delivered by Justice Girish Kathpalia while dismissing…
