Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 17-07-2026

Case Overview

  • Petition: Special Leave Petition (Criminal) Diary No. 31219/2026 filed by Sushma against Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd.
  • Application IA No. 194827/2026 sought exemption from surrendering after conviction.
  • Applicant convicted under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881; sentenced to one year simple imprisonment and fine of Rs.12,20,000.
  • Counsel for petitioner: Mr. Atul Kumar and Mr. Pinku Singh (AOR). No counsel listed for respondent.
  • Hearing before Hon'ble Mrs. Justice V. Mohana (in chambers).

Final Outcome

  • Court directs applicant to deposit Rs.2,00,000 with the Registry within four weeks from the order date.
  • Subject to deposit, exemption from surrendering is granted until the first date of hearing.
  • After that, the matter will be processed for listing before the regular Court as per procedural rules.
  • Court Master (SH) and Court Master (NSH) recorded the order.

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