Gopulalu Lamani S/O Late Sri Lalu Lamani v. C Narayanaswamy S/O Late Sri Chennappa
Case brief
What is this about?
The court examined whether the appellate judge could modify the sentence of fine imposed on the respondent, specifically regarding the discrepancy between the lower and appellate amounts, considering principles of sentencing and consistency.
What did the court decide?
The court allowed the appeal and modified the sentence of fine to 1,42,000/- from the original 2,12,000/- imposed.