K.M. IBRAHIM vs K.P. MOHAMMED

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compounding offences under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, in light of Section 147 of the Act and Section 320 of the Cr.P.C. The Court held that the amendment allowing compounding of offences under Section 147 provides an overriding effect, permitting parties to compound even after conviction. The appeal was allowed, affirming the principle that such compounding is valid and should be facilitated to promote dispute resolution.