ASHOK S CHAHAL GUMASTA INSPECTOR vs BAPASITARAM KIRANA STORE HIMATBHAI RAMESHBHAI — 95/2026

The court convicted the accused under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act for violating licensing provisions, finding him guilty of operating a store without proper authorization in Dholka municipality area. Considering the accused's poor socioeconomic status, first-time offense, family circumstances with dependent children, and commitment to reform, the court imposed a reduced sentence of ₹5,000 fine (or 3 days simple imprisonment in default) rather than the maximum penalty, applying principles of judicial discretion to balance justice with rehabilitation. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.