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Quashing of FIR / Chargesheet in High Court unfer Sec 482 CrZpc


06-Mar-2026 (In Criminal Law)
Inordinate delay of more than 20 years for framing of charge in Trial Court. Is it a goox ground to gile petition under 482CrPc?
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Answer #1
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Yes, an inordinate delay of more than 20 years in framing of charge can be a valid ground to approach the High Court under Section 482 CrPC (inherent powers). Such delay may amount to a violation of the fundamental right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The High Court, in appropriate cases, may quash the proceedings or issue directions for expeditious trial, depending on the facts and reasons for the delay
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Answer #2
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Yes indeed when a case stays pending for indefinite period whereby the charge is not framed then it seems there is a lacuna in the actual matter and it definitely grants for filing a petition for quashing.
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Answer #3
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yes definitely it is...you may approach high court for quashing the said FIR on merits on the basis of details given by you....for any further inquiry or detailed information on same, you may contact me....
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