N.I Act: s. 143A N.I Act: How and when to direct Interim compensation is explained
The application under Section 143A of the NI Act aims to add interim compensation to the accused’s plea. Section 143A(1) applies after the accused’s plea is recorded, while Section 143A(1)(b) applies only to warrant cases. Interim compensation can be recovered as a fine under section 421 Cr.P.C. The appellate court can exercise discretion in directing payment. This case is remanded back to the trial court for fresh considerations based on the directions given in this judgment.