IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT PATNA CR. WJC No.914 of 2009 DASRATH PRASAD GUPTA Versus STATE OF BIHAR & ORS ----------- 2 29.7.2010 In the instant writ petition the petitioner seeks a direction to the respondent authorities for making proper investigation of Jamui P.S. Case No.89 of 2009 dated 20.4.2009 registered under sections 304B/34 of the Penal Code and section 3 & 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that the filing of the final form in fact confirms the apprehension of the petitioner that investigation was not being conducted properly. It is well settled that the learned Magistrate can differ with the final form if there is prima facie material on record. Moreover, the informant may also pursue his protest cum complaint. Learned counsel for the petitioner has drawn my attention to his representation filed before the Superintendent of Police, Jamui, as contained in Annexure-6, whereby he has expressed threat to his life and property. A counter affidavit has been filed on behalf of the State wherein in paragraph 8 it has been stated that the S.H.O. Jamui has been instructed to enquire into the allegation made by the petitioner and to take proper preventive measures in accordance with law. 2 KHAN Having considered the facts and circumstances of the case, this court directs that the S.H.O., Jamui would consider petitioner’s representation in respect of threat to his life and property and would also take proper steps in the matter. With the aforesaid observations and directions, this writ petition stands disposed of. (S.P.Singh,J)