State Of M.P vs Balram Mihani & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of appeals by the State of Madhya Pradesh regarding the applicability of Chapter VII-A of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, specifically Sections 105A to 105C, concerning the attachment and forfeiture of properties derived from criminal activities. The Court found that the provisions were not applicable to local offences as claimed by the respondents, affirming the Division Bench's decision to quash the proceedings initiated by the State. The ruling clarifies the scope of 'proceeds of crime' and the conditions under which property can be forfeited under the Code.