Petitioner was initially a complainant in an corruption case--On the basis of further investigation his status was converted of being an accused--Protection under Article 20(3) of the Consti..

Even if no public servant is involved accused persons can still be charge sheeted under S.8 PC Act..

Case put forth by the complainant has not been found to be true by the Police--Not a ground to transfer investigation..

Directions issued that, the Trial Courts shall record cogent and sufficient reasons before converting a summary trial to summons trial..

Directions issued that each and every complaint under Section 138 of the NI Act shall contain a synopsis in the prescribed format..

In addition to usual modes, summons would be served through dasti and electronic modes also--Summons to also include online payment link ..

No need for the Magistrate to issue summons under Section 223 BNSS to the accused before taking cognizance of complaints filed under Section 138 of NI Act ..

Cash Transaction above Rs.20,000/- -- It would fall within definition of legally enforceable debt ..

This may constitute a ground for consideration of regular bail but not anticipatory bail..

Second Petition--Material change in circumstance sought is that complainant has turned hostile--Case is still under investigation--Petition dismissed..

Absence of Accused--Mere absence especially when case was not fixed for substantial proceedings of trial should not result in cancellation of bail..

Conviction under S.411 IPC cannot be sustained when the accused stand acquitted for the offence of theft under S.379 IPC..