When Can a Loan Dispute Become a Criminal Case Under Sections 406 or 420 IPC?

A loan default does not automatically become a criminal case; this article explains when Sections 406 and 420 IPC may apply and when a dispute may remain essentially civil.

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Advocate Harshit Sachar

8/13/20261 min read

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