#Abuse of process of court

Karnataka High Court quashes proceedings under Sections 498A, 304B IPC, and Dowry Prohibition Act against distant relatives, holding vague allegations insufficient for prosecution.

Allahabad High Court holds that a subsequent petition under Section 482 CrPC is maintainable if new material facts emerge, even after cognizance. The court quashed charges under IPC and Prevention of Corruption Act, emphasizing the absence of specific allegations and evidence to sustain prosecution.