The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal filed out of time, holding it barred by limitation despite the appellant's lazy plea that no steps were taken after the expiry of the limitation period.
The appeal was dismissed as barred by limitation.
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2 issues framed by the court
Whether a criminal appeal filed out of time can be allowed?
Whether the fact that no steps have been taken since the limitation period expired constitutes a sufficient reason to condone the delay?
Dhananjoy Ghosh
Gaurang Kanth
Joymalya Bagchi
As recorded by the court registry
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