#criminal petition

The Andhra Pradesh High Court permitted interim custody of a seized vehicle under BNSS Section 528 despite a pending investigation under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, imposing conditions to balance evidence preservation and vehicle damage risks. The ruling clarifies the court's discretion in balancing procedural safeguards with practical concerns during prolonged seizures.

Karnataka High Court dismisses a petition seeking to quash an NI Act conviction, ruling that repeated challenges to final orders after Supreme Court dismissal constitute abuse of judicial process. The judgment reinforces that litigants cannot reopen concluded matters under Section 482 CrPC, protecting judicial finality and preventing frivolous re-litigation.

The Karnataka High Court held that 'Andar Bahar' qualifies as a game of skill, exempting it from gambling offences under the Karnataka Police Act. The ruling quashes an FIR against operators, setting a precedent for similar games and impacting gaming regulations in the state.

The High Court of Telangana holds that seizure of a vehicle under prohibition laws cannot continue after quashing of the underlying proceedings; owner entitled to return upon application.