Tag: FIR Quashing

All the articles with the tag "FIR Quashing".

• Quashing of FIR under Section 498A IPC: How Do Bhajan Lal Principles Apply?

  2 May, 2026

  Understand the landmark Bhajan Lal principles for quashing a Section 498A IPC FIR and how the High Court exercises its inherent powers to prevent abuse of process.

• Can FIR Be Quashed After Settlement in 498A Case? Legal Position in India

  20 Mar, 2026

  Can a 498A FIR be quashed after settlement between husband and wife? Yes — even though Section 498A is non-compoundable, High Courts can quash it under Section 482 CrPC if the settlement is genuine and in the interest of justice. This guide explains the legal position, Supreme Court guidelines (Gian Singh case), procedure, and why consulting a divorce lawyer in Kolkata is essential.