' This petition has been moved seeking, pre-arrest bail in case FIR No, 297/14 dated 06.06.2014 under Section 489-F, PPC registered with Police Station Mumtazabad, Multan.
2. Allegation against the petitioner, in brief, is that he dishonestly issued a cheque of Rs, 10,00,000/- to the Complainant, which on presentation before the concerned bank was dishonoured.
3. Arguments heard and record perused.
4. Offence under Section 489-F, PPC does not fall within prohibitory clause of Section 497(1), Cr.P.C.
Record did not show that petitioner/accused was: a previous convict. He has already joined investigation and 'no recovery is to be effected from him. Trial against petitioner has already been commenced and he is appearing before the trial Court. Sending the petitioner behind the bars at this stage would serve no useful purpose for the prosecution. Provision of Section 489F, PPC was not intended by legislature to be used for recovery of amount in dispute; same was designed to determine the guilt and award sentence. Remedy for recovery of amount has been provided in Order XXXVII, C.P.C.
5. In view of above, this petition is allowed and ad-interim pre-arrest bail already granted to the petitioner by this Court is confirmed, subject to his furnishing bail bonds in the sum of Rs, 2,00,000/- with one surety in the like amount to the satisfaction of trial Court. revisions by the competent authorities. Therefore, it is advisable to consult the official sources or legal professionals for the most up-to-date and accurate information.