In a significant decision, the Kerala High Court underscored that isolated instances of hand loans do not qualify as a money-lending business, quashing criminal proceedings against three individuals accused of unauthorized money-lending. Justice A. Badharudeen delivered the ruling in CRL.MC No. 2948 of 2023, highlighting the need for clear evidence before invoking penal provisions under
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