In Brief
The High Court of Karnataka interdicted a criminal investigation into an FIR registered on 11 March 2013, claiming no valid FIR existed. The Supreme Court held that the High Court exceeded its jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC. The Court emphasized that criminal investigations should not be foreclosed unless tainted by clear malafides. The inquiry report revealed serious procedural lapses, delays favouring the accused, and material facts requiring investigation. The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and directed completion of investigation within 60 days, allowing the matter to proceed according to law.
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