Proceedings Quashed in Alleged Bigamy and Cruelty Case Under Section 482 CrPC and Dowry Prohibition Act: Patna High Court
In an important judgment delivered on 21 April 2026, the Patna High Court dealt with a criminal case involving allegations of dowry harassment, cruelty, and bigamy. The case titled Puja Kumari versus The State of Bihar And Another was heard by Justice Sunil Dutta Mishra, where the petitioner sought relief under Section 482 Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 for quashing criminal proceedings initiated against her. Background of FIR and allegations…