In Brief
The Supreme Court heard criminal appeals challenging a High Court order that had quashed an investigation without properly applying principles established in precedent. The investigation concerned alleged criminal breach of trust, fraud, and atrocities under specialized statutes. The Court held that the High Court had not adhered to the correct legal guidelines when deciding the Section 482 petitions. The Court set aside the High Court's order and remitted the case for fresh reconsideration in light of established principles. The appellants were granted liberty to seek a stay of investigation, which the High Court must address within ten days. The Court directed the High Court to dispose of all pending petitions within four months.
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