In today’s society you will find many couples desperate to annul (putting an end) their marriage on the basis that it had not been consummated. Britney Spears hit the headlines a few years back for annulling her Vegas wedding on the same grounds. Consummation has long been a crucial part of marriage. In many countries […]
The last part of the multiple article series deals with the remaining grounds on which parties claim refund of court fees paid. The main highlight of this part is the answer to the issue- whether court fees can be refunded under Inherent Powers of the Civil Court. Let’s start. Time Barred Appeals In Sidheswar Chandra
Refund of Court Fees- When and How Much
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The second part of the article deals with myriad grounds where Court Fees can be Refunded. Refund in cases of Return of Plaint When a Plaintiff files a suit, he is mandated to file the suit along with the requisite court fee, as has been provided in the law. At the time of filing of
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Introduction In India, the levy of court-fee is sanctioned by Statute. It has to be paid as a condition precedent for seeking the aid of the Court. The amount to be paid is prescribed by law. Until it is paid the litigant cannot be heard. Neither the levy nor the amount to be paid depend
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The article focuses on a unique situation faced by the trial courts. It happens sometimes that Hon’ble High Court or Supreme Court through their orders stops investigation for the time being or direct investigation authorities not to submit challan/final report until further orders or direct the investigation conclusion report to be filed by a ranked