Karuna Singh vs State Of Nct Of Delhi & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the delay in the trial process under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, emphasizing the right to a speedy trial as enshrined in Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court held that prolonged cross-examination, exceeding five years, constitutes an abuse of process and violates the petitioner's fundamental rights. The Court directed that the trial should proceed expeditiously, underscoring the necessity of timely justice in such matters.