#continuing offence

The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that a 12-year delay in filing a 498A FIR, even after divorce, does not automatically invalidate the case if the allegations disclose ongoing mental or physical cruelty. This affirms that domestic abuse under Section 498A is a continuing offence, protecting survivors who delay reporting due to fear, social stigma, or economic dependence.

Directors remain criminally liable under the SEBI Act for non-refund of investor funds even after the company's dissolution, as the offence is continuing in nature and not barred by limitation under CrPC Section 468. This ruling expands accountability beyond corporate shells, reinforcing investor protection in unregistered collective investment schemes.

Chhattisgarh High Court holds that FIR for dowry cruelty can be registered at complainant's post-abuse residence, as cruelty is a continuing offence under BNS 2023.