#investigation delay

The J&K High Court ruled that FIR quashing under Section 528 BNSS is unwarranted where allegations disclose prima facie serious offences, including assault and attempted rape. The court emphasized that police misinterpretation of interim orders does not justify halting investigations, reinforcing the threshold for invoking extraordinary jurisdiction in criminal cases.

The Punjab & Haryana High Court reiterated that High Courts cannot intervene in investigation delays or direct time-bound probes under Section 528 BNSS, as the Magistrate holds exclusive powers under Section 175(3) BNSS. The ruling reinforces judicial restraint, limiting writ petitions to extraordinary circumstances and emphasizing the Magistrate’s role in ensuring fair investigations.

Kerala High Court holds that accused are entitled to statutory bail under BNSS Section 483 if investigation remains incomplete beyond sixty days of arrest, regardless of gravity of offence.