As per the case facts, an appeal was filed challenging a High Court judgment that had set aside an order discharging the appellant for an offense. The High Court had ... held that the complaint was filed within the limitation period. The matter reached the Supreme Court to determine if the complaint or process issuance was barred by limitation. The question arose whether the complaint was lodged within the period of limitation as per the Criminal Procedure Code, and if the question of condonation of delay under Section 473 CrPC was relevant. Finally, the Supreme Court clarified that the complaint was lodged within the three-year limitation period. It held that the Magistrate had correctly taken cognizance of the offense, and therefore, the question of applicability or exercise of powers under Section 473 CrPC for condonation of delay did not arise. In the interest of justice and exercising its powers, the Supreme Court quashed and set aside the FIR and chargesheet related to the case.