No Trade License Or Loans For Illegal Buildings; Officers Liable For Wrong Completion Certificates: Supreme Court Issues Directions

The Supreme Court quashed a case involving booth capturing from 1998, stating that there was no explanation for reinvestigation after three years without court permission. The Court ruled that such a prolonged investigation without valid legal justification violates procedural fairness. This decision reinforces the principle that reinvestigations must be conducted within a reasonable time frame and under proper judicial oversight, ensuring that legal proceedings are not unduly delayed or reopened without substantial grounds.