Supreme Court of India

Sukhpal Singh Khaira v. The State of Punjab

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Bench N.V. Ramana and Mohan M. Shantanagoudar JJ.
Decided 10 May 2019

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We are of the considered opinion that, power under Section 319, Cr.P.C being extraordinary in nature, the trial courts should be cautious while summoning accused to avoid complexities and to ensure fair trial.

Judgment, page 15

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