Supreme Court of India · 2025-06-05
M/S Balaji Traders vs The State Of U.P
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- M/S Balaji Traders
- Respondent
- The State Of U.P
- Author
- Sanjay Karol
- Bench
- Sanjay Karol
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the quashing of criminal proceedings initiated under Section 387 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, by the High Court. The case involved allegations of threats and intimidation related to trademark disputes between two business entities sharing the same name. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the proceedings, emphasizing the importance of proper legal procedures and the need for concrete evidence before proceeding with criminal charges. The judgment underscores the judiciary's role in safeguarding against unwarranted criminal prosecution in civil disputes.