Renuka vs State Of Karnataka & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 258 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, holding that an order stopping proceedings in a summons case does not equate to an acquittal or discharge unless evidence has been recorded. The Court clarified that the trial court retains jurisdiction to reopen the case if the accused is later traced, as no formal acquittal had been recorded. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to allow the prosecution to revive the proceedings.