Arti Mehta v. State of M.P.
Supreme Court of India2026 INSC 533Bench: Justice Hrishikesh Roy, Justice S.V.N. Bhatti
Quashing of proceedings under Section 482 CrPC at threshold does not amount to acquittal on merits and does not trigger bar of double jeopardy. If strong evidence emerges during trial, court remains competent to exercise Section 319 powers to summon quashed accused.