PATNA HIGH COURT
Purnendu Singh, J
Nutan Devi – Appellant
Versus
The State of Bihar – Respondent
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| 1. general allegations in an fir require specific evidence for cognizance. (Para 2 , 3) |
| 2. arguments for and against the allegations based on family enmity. (Para 4 , 5) |
| 3. finding lack of specific allegations justifying quashing of cognizance. (Para 7) |
| 4. legal principles regarding common intention and gravity of alleged offences. (Para 8) |
| 5. final decision on quashing cognizance and encouragement against frivolous litigation. (Para 9 , 10 , 11) |
ORAL JUDGMENT
Date : 09-12-2025 Heard learned counsel appearing on behalf of the petitioners and learned APP for the State.
2. The petitioners have preferred application under Section 482 of Cr.P.C. for quashing the order taking cognizance dated 10.01.2024 passed by the learned A.C.J.M.-1st, Danapur in connection with Danapur P.S. Case No. 1069 of 2023, by which learned A.C.J.M.-1st, Danapur has taken cognizance of offence under Section s 147 , 148, 149, 341, 323, 325 and 307 of the Indian Penal Code .
3. As per the allegation made in the FIR, petitioner along with other accused persons, had assaulted the informant causing injuries. Specific allegation against petitioners is that they had pelted stone and bricks from the rooftop,
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