Shafiq Ahmad v. State of Up and Another
Case brief
What is this about?
The court dismissed the prayer to quash an FIR, holding it cannot be entertained because the FIR prima facie disclosed a cognizable offence. However, the court directed authorities to strictly follow Supreme Court guidelines regarding arrest procedures for offences punishable up to seven years.
What did the court decide?
Prayer to quash FIR dismissed; directions issued to ensure arrest follows Arnesh Kumar guidelines.