Disputes Predominantly Civil But Involving Elements Of Criminality Not Automatically Excluded From Arbitration

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court ruled that disputes primarily civil but involving criminal elements aren't automatically excluded from arbitration. The court held that if a matter involves predominantly civil issues, it can still be referred to arbitration, even if there are incidental criminal aspects. This decision clarifies that arbitration can handle complex cases blending civil and criminal aspects, emphasizing the scope and flexibility of alternate dispute resolution mechanisms in such scenarios.