(1.) The present petition under Sec. 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure ('CrPC') seeks quashing of summoning order dtd. 29/10/2013, passed by learned Metropolitan Magistrate, Tis Hazari Courts, Delhi, in Complaint Case No.6161/09, P.S. Kashmere Gate.
(2.) The facts stated in the present petition are as under:
(3.) At the outset, it is noted that in the present petition counsel for the complainant initially entered appearance, but subsequently since 22/7/2022, no one has entered appearance on his behalf. Court notice was issued to the complainant on 13/1/2023 for 16/3/2023, which came back unserved on the address on record as the same was stated to be locked for the last 06-07 years. In view thereof, the complainant was proceeded ex-parte vide order dtd. 12/4/2023 and the matter was heard finally.