Non-Payment Of Outstanding Dues Towards Salary Or Performance Bonus By Employer Does Not Amount To Criminal Breach Of Trust: Calcutta HC

The Calcutta High Court ruled that non-payment of outstanding salary or performance bonuses by an employer does not amount to criminal breach of trust. The court clarified that such financial disputes are civil in nature and do not meet the threshold for criminal prosecution. This ruling emphasizes the distinction between civil liabilities and criminal offenses, advocating for resolution through civil courts rather than criminal proceedings. The court's decision serves to protect employers from undue criminal liability in employment-related disputes.