Bombay High Court holds that Section 420 IPC requires proof of dishonest intent at the time of deception, not subsequent misappropriation. Key precedent on cheating vs criminal breach of trust.
Uttarakhand High Court quashes FIR under Section 420 IPC after parties compounding offence through voluntary settlement, affirming judicial power to end abuse of process.
Chhattisgarh High Court quashes criminal complaint under IPC for cheque dishonour, holding that mere breach of contract lacks dishonest intent required for Section 420 IPC.
Rajasthan High Court holds that arrest cannot be automatic for offences punishable under seven years; 15-day notice required before arrest under Arnesh Kumar precedent.