TGN KUMAR vs STATE OF KERALA .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's order directing criminal courts to simplify procedures in trials under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court emphasized that personal appearance of the accused can be waived, allowing representation through counsel, and that evidence can be recorded in their absence. The ruling established that courts must rationalize procedures for technical offences, ensuring that the accused's rights are protected while expediting the trial process.