#Property Succession

The Punjab & Haryana High Court dismissed the petition under Section 528 of the BNS Act, holding that a civil property dispute cannot be criminalised and must be pursued in a civil forum. This limits the use of Section 528 to genuine criminal matters, affecting parties seeking FIRs over ownership conflicts.

Madras High Court holds that unregistered Will suffices for settlement deed registration; clarifies legal position on succession rights and compulsory registration.