Date of Complaint Determines Limitation for Prosecution Under Section 468 CrPC, Date of Cognizance Not Relevant: Karnataka High Court

In a significant ruling, the Karnataka High Court has clarified the limitation period for filing complaints related to offences punishable with a maximum sentence of three years under the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). The court emphasized that such complaints must be filed within one year from the date of occurrence of the cause of action. Any complaints lodged beyond this period are deemed inadmissible. Case Summary: The case was brought…