#recall witness

The Delhi High Court affirmed the trial court’s power to recall a witness under Section 311 CrPC to examine a promissory note, rejecting the Section 482 petition. This clarifies that procedural objections cannot bar recall when the evidence is vital, affecting parties in ongoing criminal trials.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court reaffirmed that trial courts retain discretion under Section 311 CrPC to recall witnesses even after evidence closure if essential for a just decision. This ruling underscores the primacy of natural justice over procedural finality, particularly in cheque dishonour cases where critical evidence may emerge late.