Hyeoksoo Son vs Moon June Seok

The Supreme Court examined whether the High Court correctly exercised its inherent powers to quash criminal proceedings against the respondent for offences under Sections 406, 408, 409, 418, 420, 120B of the Indian Penal Code. The Court considered the legal standards for quashing criminal cases on the basis of inherent powers and the circumstances under which such powers can be invoked. The Court upheld the High Court's decision, emphasizing the importance of proper exercise of inherent powers in criminal law. The judgment clarifies the scope of judicial review in quashing criminal proceedings.